Final Quiz: Week 10 Flashcards
(24 cards)
What role does grief play in physiological changes?
Grief operates as a significant stressor and initiates a stress response.
What are the physiological responses to grief?
Increased levels of cortisol, epinephrine, and norepinephrine.
What health issues can chronic stress adaptation lead to?
Increased risk of cardiovascular, infectious, and inflammatory disorders.
True or False: Familiar environments and social support can buffer stress.
True
What factors can worsen physiological distress during grief?
Alcohol and medication misuse.
How does grief caused by human error or malice affect individuals?
Grief tends to have a greater physiological impact.
What cognitive consequences can arise from grief?
Decreased attention, concentration, and memory.
Fill in the blank: Emotional distress can include _______.
anxiety and depression.
What is a common theme in dreams during the grieving process?
Reunion with the deceased.
What is ‘shadow grief’?
A form of emotional dullness where grief lingers without outward expression.
What societal issues do parents face after perinatal death?
Limited societal acknowledgment and scarce support resources.
What impact does the death of a spouse have on older adults?
It is common in later life and can lead to emotional distress.
True or False: Older adults often adapt worse than expected after loss.
False
What types of loss do older adults frequently experience?
Death of a spouse, siblings, adult children, grandchildren, and pets.
How can grief in older adults be misinterpreted?
It may be mistaken for depression or cognitive decline.
What are common health risks associated with grief?
Cardiovascular issues, cancer, and increased mortality.
Who is at higher risk of death after bereavement?
Widows and widowers, especially men.
What is the spike in suicide risk after spousal loss?
66 times higher for bereaved men and 9 times higher for bereaved women.
Fill in the blank: Grief impacts both mental and physical health, increasing _______.
mortality risk.
What role does social support play in grief recovery?
It can reduce stress and improve outcomes.
What is a significant emotional impact of losing a child?
Increased emotional strain within the couple.
What is one approach parents may take regarding their deceased child’s bedroom?
Keeping it exactly as it was.
What can maintaining an ‘inner representation’ of the child help parents with?
It helps some parents cope with the loss.
How does grief influence the quality of future romantic relationships?
It can lead to decreased intimacy and communication breakdown.
