Parkes, Colin Murray
Love and Loss
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415477185
- author:
- Parkes, Colin Murray
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 156 mm X 234 mm
- Genre:
- Psychotherapy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Understanding love and loss as interconnected aspects of human experience is crucial for navigating the complexities of grief. This comprehensive work by Colin Murray Parkes explores the intricate relationships between attachment, bereavement, and other forms of loss.
The author's innovative research brings together knowledge of childhood attachments and problems of bereavement, offering a new perspective on love, bereavement, and social isolation. The book delves into various aspects of human experience, including patterns of attachment, the impact of losing a parent or spouse, and the role of support systems.
By shedding light on the psychological issues surrounding love and loss, this book provides valuable insights for professionals working with bereavement and graduate students of psychology, psychiatry, and sociology. Its findings have significant implications for our understanding of attachment disorders and the broader context of human relationships.