The Delayed Stress Syndrome: A Pathological Delayed Grief Reaction?.

Widdison, Harold A.; Salisbury, Howard G.

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Publication Date: 1990

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The Delayed Stress Syndrome: A Pathological Delayed Grief Reaction?

Widdison, Harold A.; Salisbury, Howard G.

Omega: Journal of Death and Dying, v20 n4 p293-306 1989-90

Social and psychological problems displayed by Vietnam veterans have been classified as "Delayed Stress Syndrome." Grief theory provides model that helps explain reactions. Failure to resolve grief can result in delayed reactions. Vietnam experience was replete with significant traumatic losses; many were not resolved. Some Vietnam veterans later began to experience symptoms associated with suppressed grief. (Author/NB)

Descriptors: Emotional Response, Grief, Interpersonal Competence, Stress Variables, Vietnam Veterans, Vietnam War

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General

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Language: English

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