ArticlePalliative medicine2026
"Golden" moments and more in grief talk: Healthcare professionals' approaches to discussing loss and grief with parents of children with severe neurological impairment.
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Abstract
backgroundExperiential studies on healthcare professionals' approaches to loss and grief discussions with parents of children with severe neurological impairment are needed to understand grief experiences of this emerging populationAim:This study aimed to explore healthcare professionals' experiences regarding their approach to these discussions, as well as to gather recommendations for best practices in initiating these conversations.
designA qualitative exploratory study was conducted. Transcripts were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis, adhering to the reflexive thematic analysis reporting guidelines (RTARG). SETTING/
participantsThe study purposively sampled healthcare professionals (
resultsFour key themes were identified during the analysis: (1)
conclusionsThis study represents a foundational step in understanding how professionals approach discussions of loss and grief. The themes underscore the need for increased awareness among professionals to ensure grief support is available at the level of contact, as advocated by the public health model of bereavement support. This study emphasises the importance of supporting bereavement care throughout the condition trajectory.
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