Exploring the Subjective Experiences of Peer-Led Social Support Groups for Individuals Bereaved by Suicide
Journal article
Authors | Claire Adshead, Jessica Runacres and Peter Kevern |
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Abstract | Objectives: The insights of individuals bereaved by suicide who use peer-led social support groups are lacking in much of the clinical research. This review provided a synthesis of the existing knowledge base to support the development of strategies to improve peer-led social support group services. Design and Methods: A systematic search was carried out on eight electronic databases. Data were extracted and a systematic qualitative meta-aggregation was undertaken. Results: Key components of social support for individuals bereaved by suicide were the contribution of group dynamics to the attribution of meaning; the ways in which shared experience leads to the normalization of feelings; and the importance of support group homogeneity, consistency, and training to the participants’ experience. Conclusion: Peer-led social support groups can be invaluable for suicide-bereaved individuals, but attention must be paid to the structure, conduct, and training of group leaders and members in order to optimize outcomes. |
Keywords | peer-led support; suicide ; bereavement |
Year | 2023 |
Journal | Illness, Crisis & Loss |
Publisher | SAGE Journals |
ISSN | 1552-6968 |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1177/10541373231194174 |
Web address (URL) | https://doi.org/10.1177/10541373231194174 |
Accepted author manuscript | License File Access Level Open |
Output status | Published |
Publication dates | 14 Aug 2023 |
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Deposited | 30 Aug 2023 |
https://repository.derby.ac.uk/item/q0465/exploring-the-subjective-experiences-of-peer-led-social-support-groups-for-individuals-bereaved-by-suicide
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