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A Systematic Review of Treatment Options for Grieving Older Adults.

Kailey E RobertsLeah E WalshRebecca M SaracinoJustin FogartyTaylor CoatsJohanna GoldbergHolly PrigersonWendy G Lichtenthal
Published in: Current treatment options in psychiatry (2019)
c)This review suggests that, while there has been a growing focus on older adults, who have unique vulnerabilities in bereavement, the evidence-base of efficacious interventions for this population is limited. Given the need for specialized bereavement support for older adults will increase in the coming years, future research should prioritize rigorous investigations of grief treatment options leveraging technology to increase access and incorporate techniques that enhance engagement in life and connectedness for this vulnerable population.
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