Comparing the Lived Experience of Men and Women Bereaved by Stillbirth: A Meta- Synthesis of Qualitative Studies
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2019
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Robinson, Natasha M
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Stillbirth rates in Australia have remained stable in the past 20 years, with some 2,000 families
affected each year. Despite this, research into the multi-dimensional impact of stillbirth remains
limited. Most research to date focusses on the immediate needs of bereaved mothers,
particularly grief and the response of health professionals in hospital settings. What is needed
from research is a deeper understanding of the impact of stillbirth on fathers, siblings,
grandparents, family systems, mental health, relationships, employment and workplace
productivity. The relationship between the experience of stillbirth and social constructs,
gender, parenting, stigma and attachment also requires closer attention. Surprisingly, the
economic impact of stillbirth is poorly described. The direct and indirect costs of stillbirth in
Australia from 2016-2020 is estimated to sum $681 million highlighting the need for action to
reduce stillbirth and its devastating and pervasive impacts on those bereaved, and Australian
society.
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School of Psychology
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Thesis (M.Psych.Clinical(Defence)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2018
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