Perinatal mortality counseling program for families who experience a stillbirth

1 March 1981

journal article
research article
Published by Taylor & Francis in Death Education

Vol. 5 (1) , 29-35
https://doi.org/10.1080/07481188108252075

Abstract

The emotional impact of a stillbirth on a family has only recently begun to be appreciated. Literature regarding the grieving process in these families has been relatively scant and does not often facilitate applied approaches. The Perinatal Mortality Counseling Program (PMCP) at Shands Teaching Hospital, Gainesville, Florida, provides crisis intervention and support for these families as well as serving a research function. This article outlines the program, including its history, composition, procedures, and research.

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