The Broken Heart: Reality or Myth?.

Stroebe, Margaret S.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ251971

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1981

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The Broken Heart: Reality or Myth?

Stroebe, Margaret S.; And Others

Omega: Journal of Death and Dying, v12 n2 p87-106 1981-82

Examines whether bereavement is causally related to the high risk of death among the widowed. Reviews the use of cross-sectional and longitudinal studies and shortcomings in the research. Discusses possible alternative explanations for high mortality risk. Suggests continued research in this area. (RC)

Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Coping, Cross Sectional Studies, Death, Longitudinal Studies, Research Methodology, Research Problems, Sex Differences, Spouses, Widowed

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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