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{"title":"Death Literacy, Anxiety, and Uncertainty in Elderly's Family Caregivers: A Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Zümrüt Akgün Şahin, Şafak Aydin, Volkan Kına","doi":"10.1177/00302228251346910","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00302228251346910","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aimed to assess the levels of death literacy, death anxiety, and intolerance of uncertainty among family caregivers of elderly individuals and identify the factors influencing these variables. This research was conducted as a cross-sectional study. Statistically significant differences in the mean scores of death literacy and death anxiety were found among caregivers who were the patient's spouse, provided care ≥5 days per week, perceived their health as poor during caregiving, had not received education regarding death, and had not engaged in discussions about death with the patient. A statistically significant negative relationship was identified between death literacy and both intolerance of uncertainty and death anxiety among caregivers. Multiple linear regression analysis revealed that the caregiver's relationship to the patient, the frequency of caregiving, self-perceived health status during caregiving, receiving education about death, and having discussions about death with the patient were significant factors affecting death literacy.</p>","PeriodicalId":74338,"journal":{"name":"Omega","volume":" ","pages":"302228251346910"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144175908","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Bereavement Training in the Workplace, Can it Help Bridge the Grief Support Gap? A Qualitative Evaluation of Employers' and Employees' Views.","authors":"Felicity Dewhurst, Royce Turner, Laura Barrett, Elizabeth Westhead, Donna Wakefield, Barbara Hanratty","doi":"10.1177/00302228251345033","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00302228251345033","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundBereavement is universal, whilst grief is a natural response to loss, it can have detrimental effects on physical and mental well-being. Bereavement support is not widely available, and workplaces could play a key role in providing consistent, equitable support.AimWe explored the views of employers and employees on bereavement training in the workplace. <b>Methods:</b> St Oswald's Hospice, UK, delivered bereavement training to 343 employers and employees from 105 regional and national workplaces. Purposive sampling selected 16 individuals for qualitative semi-structured interviews.FindingsFindings were organised into four themes: unique challenges faced by employees and employers after bereavement; gap in training; need for tiered, bespoke training; requirement for policy change. Bereavement training in the workplace was seen as beneficial.ConclusionsThis study addresses a crucial gap in bereavement support by exploring grief training in the workplace. Policy recommendations include: in-house and external support and paid leave as standard.</p>","PeriodicalId":74338,"journal":{"name":"Omega","volume":" ","pages":"302228251345033"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144175903","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"'How Does Involvement in Campaigning, Impact Close Relatives Bereaved by Gambling-Related Suicide'.","authors":"Eugene Farrar, Gary Shepherd","doi":"10.1177/00302228251345846","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00302228251345846","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Close relatives bereaved by gambling-related suicide are at the forefront of activism, seeking regulatory changes within the UK gambling industry. Through in-depth semi-structured interviews with four surviving close relatives, this study explored the personal impacts upon those involved in campaigning. Interview transcripts were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis to identify and interpret patterns in the resulting data. This established the following four themes: the relationship prior to the suicide; engagement with media; the emotional impacts of campaigning, and the relationship following the suicide. The results of this study indicate that activism can create a continuing bond between the survivor and their lost loved one. The dynamic nature of activism distinguishes it from other, potentially unhealthy manifestations of continuing bonds. Activism can facilitate a healthy and evolving post-suicide relationship between the survivor and their lost loved one.</p>","PeriodicalId":74338,"journal":{"name":"Omega","volume":" ","pages":"302228251345846"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144144819","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women's Experiences of Stillbirth in North Queensland.","authors":"Meegan Kilcullen, Yogavijayan Kandasamy, David Watson, Yvonne Cadet-James","doi":"10.1177/00302228251344364","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00302228251344364","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The stillbirth rate of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander infants remains almost twice the rate for non-Indigenous infants. There is a paucity of research giving voice to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and families experiences pregnancy loss and stillbirth. This qualitative study aimed explored the experiences of five Australian Aboriginal women in North Queensland. Women identified the need for timely, clear, concise, and sensitive communications with culturally responsive health professionals throughout their experience of stillbirth. Women also want to be consulted and supported during and beyond their experience of stillbirth. Australian Aboriginal women want to be informed and included in their care by culturally responsive health professionals during and beyond their stillbirth experiences. These findings will inform maternity and neonatal standard care guidelines, and health professionals' training and education programs to support culturally responsive plans for continuity of care of regional, rural and remote Indigenous women and families.</p>","PeriodicalId":74338,"journal":{"name":"Omega","volume":" ","pages":"302228251344364"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144096087","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Well-Being and Academic Experiences in Bereaved University Students.","authors":"Ashton Hay, Daniel Rudaizky, Joel A Howell, Lauren J Breen","doi":"10.1177/00302228251342435","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00302228251342435","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Universities and researchers are increasingly interested in understanding and promoting the well-being of students. Bereaved students, in particular, face challenges related to grieving while studying, which can decrease their overall well-being. We conducted an online, cross-sectional survey design to investigate academic changes and support experiences post-bereavement and the influence of post-bereavement academic experiences on well-being and grades. A sample of 130 bereaved Australian university students participated. Nearly half of bereaved students indicated that their academic experiences were worse following bereavement and 30.4% had potential prolonged grief. Closeness to the deceased was a key indicator of increased grief severity and worsened post-bereavement academic experiences. As grief severity increased, student well-being decreased, and this relationship was strengthened when academic experiences worsened and when university connectedness was rated as higher. These findings suggest universities should include grief-specific resources to foster well-being in grieving students, as generic well-being supports are likely to be inadequate.</p>","PeriodicalId":74338,"journal":{"name":"Omega","volume":" ","pages":"302228251342435"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144087087","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"'I Just Need Someone to Tell Me What to Do Because This is New Territory': A Qualitative Interview Study on the Needs of Carers of Children Bereaved by Suicide or Homicide.","authors":"Susanna Rinne-Wolf, Tita Kern, Heidi Stöckl, Simon Finkeldei","doi":"10.1177/00302228251338145","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00302228251338145","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The suicide or homicide of a close person leaves children dependent on their carer for positive trauma processing. As these situations exist outside everyday parenting skills, this study aimed to better understand carers' experiences and needs. Ten semi-structured interviews were conducted with carers of children bereaved by suicide or homicide and analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. Four themes concerning the carers' wishes and support needs relating to their children were generated: <i>A stabilising force</i>, which discusses how the carers themselves need someone \"bigger and stronger\", <i>Feeling secure in the knowledge of others</i>, which explores the carers appreciation for someone knowledgeable to guide and enable them, <i>Someone in the same boat</i>, elaborating on the role of self-help; and <i>Easily accessible support</i>, highlighting demands on support offers if they are to be effective. The testimonies of the carers provide important insights for the future development of effective support services for adults and children.</p>","PeriodicalId":74338,"journal":{"name":"Omega","volume":" ","pages":"302228251338145"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144082509","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Losing a Family Member in Earthquake: The Mediating Role of Fear of Intimacy Between Family Cohesion and Mental Well-Being.","authors":"Ali Berke Körün, Seydi Ahmet Satıcı","doi":"10.1177/00302228251343948","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00302228251343948","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Earthquakes are unpredictable disasters that have catastrophic consequences and caused many people to lose their family members. In this study, the relationships between family cohesion, fear of intimacy and mental well-being were examined in individuals who lost a family member after the 6 February 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes. The study included 385 participants (Mean = 20.56; SD = 2.43) and structural equation modelling used. According to findings, family cohesion positively affected mental well-being and fear of intimacy negatively affected mental well-being. In addition, fear of intimacy partially mediated the relationship between family cohesion and mental well-being. These results emphasize the importance of family dynamics in post-disaster mental health. Strengthening family cohesion after traumatic events may increase both relationship skills and mental well-being. Based on a family systems approach, this study suggests that post-disaster interventions should focus on strengthening family cohesion to improve both relational and mental health outcomes for individuals.</p>","PeriodicalId":74338,"journal":{"name":"Omega","volume":" ","pages":"302228251343948"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144082521","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Echoes of Loss: Rituals of Remembrance and Grief in the Pashtun Diaspora of Kashmir.","authors":"Farah Qayoom","doi":"10.1177/00302228251339852","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00302228251339852","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This research paper examines the death and mourning rituals among Pashtun diaspora communities through an ethnographic lens. Drawing upon over 35 in-depth interviews with family members and community leaders, as well as extensive field observations of Pashtun families, the study provides a comprehensive analysis of traditional practices, cultural beliefs, and evolving social dynamics related to death and mourning. The findings suggest that Pashtun mourning rituals are deeply rooted in a complex interplay of religious prescriptions and local customs, and while traditional rituals continue to influence communal responses to death, modernization and socio-political changes have fostered adaptations and innovations in mourning practices. The paper discusses these findings within broader anthropological and sociological frameworks to offer a comprehensive view of how mourning practices in the Pashtun community in Kashmir are constructed, experienced, and transformed. The integration of traditional rituals with emerging practices reflects a dynamic interplay between culture, tradition and modernity.</p>","PeriodicalId":74338,"journal":{"name":"Omega","volume":" ","pages":"302228251339852"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144052745","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Suicide Notes: A Scoping Review of Qualitative Studies to Highlight Methodological Opportunities for Prevention.","authors":"Giacomo Belli, Benedetta Trentarossi, Mateus Eduardo Romão, Makilim Nunes Baptista, Serena Barello, Silvia Damiana Visonà","doi":"10.1177/00302228251339862","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00302228251339862","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Suicide is a public health concern, and prevention programs are fundamental to decreasing its rates. Suicide notes might be crucial to understanding motives associated with suicidal behaviours. In this way, it is necessary to understand the qualitative methods that are most frequently used to analyze this data. Investigating these factors is crucial for developing targeted and preventive interventions. This scoping review aimed to answer the question \"What is the state of art about qualitative methods adopted to analyze suicide notes?\" by systematically mapping the literature on this topic. This review adopted the JBI guidelines for Scoping Reviews and followed the PRISMA-ScR guidelines. A comprehensive search strategy has been implemented across PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus databases. Grey literature was not included in this review. Eligible studies encompassed qualitative studies on suicide notes published in English. Two independent researchers screened titles and abstracts and subsequently conducted full-text assessments based on predefined inclusion criteria. Relevant data have been systematically extracted and tabulated. The findings were thematically organized and qualitatively summarized, with potential visual aids such as graphs and tables. The studies highlighted the most used qualitative methods to analyze suicide notes, such as LIWC, Leenar's, Grounded Theory, Thematic Analysis and others. This study summarizes the current knowledge about qualitative methods to analyze suicide notes. Further research is necessary for the development of prevention programs destined for this population.</p>","PeriodicalId":74338,"journal":{"name":"Omega","volume":" ","pages":"302228251339862"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144052863","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Suicidal Behavior in Women as a Risk Factor Generated by the Invisibilization of Their Affective Sexual Diversity, Gender Identity and LGTBphobia.","authors":"Belén Ríos-Vizcaíno, Alfonso Chaves-Montero, Pilar Blanco-Miguel, Yolanda Navarro-Abal","doi":"10.1177/00302228251338587","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00302228251338587","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> Suicidal manifestations during the invisibilization of sex-gender diversity arise from various factors. The link between internalized and externalized LGBTphobia and suicide is crucial, as both forms of discrimination can increase suicidal behaviors. Informal social networks are vital, offering support and community, but they can also exacerbate isolation if not managed properly. <b>Research Objective:</b> To analyze the manifestations of suicidal behaviors experienced during the period of invisibilization of gender diversity, considering the interrelation between internalized/externalized LGBTphobia and the role of informal support networks in addressing the issue under study. <b>Methodology and Study Design:</b> A qualitative, explanatory, and descriptive methodology was used, involving 40 Andalusian women from the LGBTQ+ community aged 40-70 years. The techniques employed included in-depth interviews/life histories and participant observation. Data exploitation was carried out using the ATLAS.ti 24 software. <b>Results and Analysis:</b> All participants concealed or denied their sex-gender diversity to avoid rejection. 72.5% reported suicidal ideation, primarily during adolescence, linked to LGBTphobia. After overcoming obstacles, they lived their identities openly without further suicidal thoughts. 10% experienced failed suicide attempts associated with extreme violence. 27.5% did not experience suicidal manifestations due to support from friends and family. <b>Discussion:</b> Suicidal behavior in women is closely tied to invisibilization and LGBTphobia, exacerbated by systemic discrimination. Addressing these risks requires strengthening public protection systems to ensure comprehensive services and assistance for the LGBTQ+ community. Additionally, professionals in social-healthcare, psychological, and educational fields must receive specialized training to provide culturally competent care, fostering inclusion and mental health support. <b>Conclusions:</b> Invisibilization and LGBTphobia can lead to suicidal ideation, which worsens in violent contexts. Visibility is crucial to recognizing diversity and combating oppressive structures.</p>","PeriodicalId":74338,"journal":{"name":"Omega","volume":" ","pages":"302228251338587"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144065341","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}