Question 1

__________-generally occurs when a death is gradual and expected, as in the case of a chronic illness, and it can greatly ease the intensity and duration of grief following a death.

Accepted Answer

Anticipatory mourning refers to the process of grieving that occurs before a death, especially in cases where the death is expected due to a chronic illness. This process can help individuals begin to cope with the loss ahead of time, potentially easing the intensity and duration of grief after the death occurs.

Question 2

According to the text, the family's response to a death is determined in part by the position the deceased held in terms of their functional role within the family and the degree of emotional dependence the family had on the individual. This is referred to as

Accepted Answer

The term "centrality" refers to the importance or central role a deceased family member held within the family, both in terms of their functional role and the emotional dependence the family had on them. This concept explains how the family's response to a death can vary significantly based on how central the deceased was to the family's functioning and emotional well-being.

Question 3

The final task that families must complete in order to adapt to the loss of a family member is

Accepted Answer

Investing in other relationships and new life pursuits is considered a final task in adapting to the loss of a family member, as it signifies moving forward and finding new sources of fulfillment and connection.

Question 4

__________are the emotional responses to a family member's death that are felt throughout the family system producing stress and altering relationships even among family members who were emotionally removed from the deceased.

Accepted Answer

Emotional shock waves refer to the ripple effect of grief and emotional distress that spreads throughout a family system following the death of a family member. This phenomenon can alter relationships and dynamics within the family, impacting even those who may not have been closely emotionally connected to the deceased.

Question 5

Which of the following has NOT been identified by research as being helpful to parents who are coping with the death of a child?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that factors such as both parents being involved in caring for the child, having a consistent philosophy of life, and strong religious beliefs can provide support and coping mechanisms for parents dealing with the death of a child. However, having other children has not been universally identified as helpful in the grieving process, as it can introduce complex feelings and does not necessarily mitigate the loss of a child.

Question 6

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Unexpected deaths are generally considered more stressful than expected deaths due to the lack of preparation time for the bereaved, the suddenness of the loss, and the potential for unresolved issues with the deceased.

Question 7

Parents who have difficulty coming to terms with the loss of a young child may enlist another sibling to assume the identity or characteristics of the deceased child. This is referred to as

Accepted Answer

This phenomenon is known as the "replacement role," where a sibling is unconsciously chosen to fill the void left by the deceased child, often adopting their characteristics or roles within the family.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT an accurate statement regarding how families cope with death?

Accepted Answer

The statement in choice C is not accurate because it suggests that all families follow a standard and prescribed way of enacting bereavement and funeral rites, which overlooks the diversity in cultural, religious, and individual practices related to mourning and rituals around death. Families vary greatly in how they cope with death, including the rituals and customs they follow.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT considered an important task for bereaved families to complete?

Accepted Answer

The task of maintaining a sense of loyalty to the deceased by remaining focused upon the past and the image of the deceased is not considered a healthy or necessary part of the grieving process. Instead, while remembering and honoring the deceased is important, moving forward and adjusting to life without the person is also a critical aspect of healing.

Question 10

According to the text, all of the following factors affect the emotional response of the family to a death, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Finances available to deal with end-of-life expenses are not mentioned as affecting the emotional response of the family to a death. The other options (B, C, D) relate to emotional, cultural, and historical factors that can influence how a family reacts emotionally to a death.

Question 11

There is often an expectation within the family for a young widowed spouse to

Accepted Answer

The answer of There is often an expectation within the...

Question 12

__________is grief that exists even though society does not recognize one's need, right, or capacity to grieve.

Accepted Answer

Unrecognized or unsanctioned grief refers to the type of grief that is not acknowledged by society as valid or significant, meaning the individual's feelings of loss are not socially supported or recognized.

Question 13

The term that best describes unresolved previous losses that pileup and disrupt effective family functioning in the present is

Accepted Answer

The answer of The term that best describes unresolved previous...

Question 14

Whose death is most likely to occur for a sudden or traumatic reason such as auto accident, drug overdose, suicide, homicide, or terminal illness?

Accepted Answer

Adolescents are more likely to engage in risky behaviors such as reckless driving, substance abuse, and other activities that can lead to sudden or traumatic deaths compared to the other groups listed.

Question 15

Which of the following statements most accurately describes the impact of loss on the family system?

Accepted Answer

The statement in choice C accurately reflects the broad spectrum of losses (not just death) that can significantly impact a family's development and necessitate changes in their coping strategies. It acknowledges that various types of loss, including economic, health-related, and mobility issues, can affect a family's dynamics and require adjustments.

Question 16

Which of the following is most likely to result in the development of secrecy and blame that can distort family communication, isolate family members from one another, and interfere with efforts to seek social support from others outside of the family?

Accepted Answer

Death due to a stigmatizing illness such as AIDS or suicide is most likely to result in the development of secrecy and blame, distorting family communication and isolating family members, because of the social stigma and potential for judgment from others, which can lead families to hide the cause of death or not seek support.

Question 17

Which of the following does NOT help to explain why miscarriages, stillbirths, and abortions are especially difficult for young couples to grieve?

Accepted Answer

Men and women both experience the loss of attachment to the fetus, but this does not explain why grieving is especially difficult for young couples. The other options (A, B, D) directly address factors that complicate the grieving process, such as societal recognition, blame, and isolation, whereas experiencing loss of attachment is a common aspect of grief for anyone who has formed an attachment to the fetus, not specifically making it harder for young couples compared to others.

Question 18

Efforts to protect children or other vulnerable family members by withholding information about the death is likely to

Accepted Answer

Withholding information about a death can prevent individuals from processing the loss properly, leading to ineffective coping strategies like denial and avoidance.

Question 19

In contrast to "expected deaths", deaths that defy the accepted views on life expectancy such as the early death of a parent, the death of a young spouse, or the death of a child are generally referred to as ___________.

Accepted Answer

These deaths are referred to as "off-time" because they occur at an unexpected point in the life course, not aligning with the typical or expected patterns of life events.

Question 20

is an emotional reliving of the person's death, each year, around the same time that the death occurred.

Accepted Answer

Anniversary reaction refers to the phenomenon where individuals experience heightened emotional responses around the anniversary of a significant event, such as the death of a loved one, mirroring the grief and emotions felt at the time of the event.

Quiz 15: Death, Loss, and Bereavement