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Bereaved children and teens : a support guide for parents and professionals

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[Boston, MA]: Beacon Press , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 B487g 1995
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Brings together articles from 14 writers (teachers, medical professionals, clergy, and counsellors) to address topics, such as terminal illness, death education in schools, responses among different faiths and ethnic groups, and the use of film and drama to teach about death.
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Editor
Grollman, Earl A
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Beacon Press
Publication Date
1995
Subjects
Grief - in adolescence - popular works
Bereavement - in adolescence - popular works
Grief - in infancy & childhood - popular works
Bereavement - in infancy & childhood - popular works
Abstract
Brings together articles from 14 writers (teachers, medical professionals, clergy, and counsellors) to address topics, such as terminal illness, death education in schools, responses among different faiths and ethnic groups, and the use of film and drama to teach about death.
ISBN
080702306X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 B487g 1995

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How to live when a loved one dies : healing meditations for grief and loss

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Nhat Hanh, Thich. Berkeley, CA: Parallax Press , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 N576 2021
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
"In this book that offers relief to anyone moving though intense grief and loss, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh shares accessible, comforting words of wisdom on how to transform our suffering in the face of death"-- Provided by publisher
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Author
Nhat Hanh, Thich
Place of Publication
Berkeley, CA
Publisher
Parallax Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
166 pages ; 18 cm
Subjects
Popular Work
Poetry
Grief
Loss
Bereavement
Abstract
"In this book that offers relief to anyone moving though intense grief and loss, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh shares accessible, comforting words of wisdom on how to transform our suffering in the face of death"-- Provided by publisher
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781946764805
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 N576 2021

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Why did you die? : activities to help children cope with grief and loss

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Leeuwenburgh, Erika, Goldring, Ellen. Oakland, CA: Instant Help Books , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 L487 2008
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
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Alternate Title
Instant help book for parents and kids
Author
Leeuwenburgh, Erika
Goldring, Ellen
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
Instant Help Books
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
xiv, 114 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Grief
Loss - psychology
Death
Bereavement
Child
Adolescent
Popular Work
ISBN
9781572246072
1572246049
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 L487 2008

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Grief isn't something to get over : finding a home for memories and emotions after losing a loved one

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124346
Lamia, Mary C. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 L231g 2022
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
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Author
Lamia, Mary C.
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
American Psychological Association
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
x, 223 pages ; 22 cm
Subjects
Bereavement
Grief
Loss
Popular Work
ISBN
9781433837944
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 L231g 2022

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Winter grief, summer grace : returning to life after a loved one dies

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114761
Miller, James E. Minneapolis, MN: Augsburg Fortress , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 M648 1995
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Miller, James E.
Place of Publication
Minneapolis, MN
Publisher
Augsburg Fortress
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
63 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm.
Series
Willowgreen Series
Subjects
Grief
Bereavement
Loss
Adaptation, Psychological
Spirituality
Poetry
Popular Work
ISBN
9780806628332
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 M648 1995
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Healing a friend's grieving heart : 100 practical ideas for helping someone you love through loss

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13886
Wolfelt, Alan. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2001.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 W855h 2001
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Outlines the fundamental principles of companioning a friend, from committing to contact the friend regularly to being mindful of the anniversary of the death.
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Author
Wolfelt, Alan
Place of Publication
Fort Collins, CO
Publisher
Companion Press
Publication Date
2001
Series
100 idea series
Subjects
Grief
Loss - popular works
Death - psychology
Adolescent
Popular Work
Abstract
Outlines the fundamental principles of companioning a friend, from committing to contact the friend regularly to being mindful of the anniversary of the death.
ISBN
1879651262
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 W855h 2001

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Straight talk about death for teenagers : how to cope with losing someone you love

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4985
Grollman, Earl A. [Boston, MA]: Beacon Press , 1993.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 G875s 1993
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This book speaks to teens in a way that acknowledges their feelings, promotes discussion and offers hope
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Author
Grollman, Earl A
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Beacon Press
Publication Date
1993
Subjects
Death - in adolescence - popular works
Attitude to Death - in adolescence - popular works
Grief - in adolescence - popular works
Abstract
This book speaks to teens in a way that acknowledges their feelings, promotes discussion and offers hope
ISBN
0807025011
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 G875s 1993

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How do we tell the children? : a step-by-step guide for helping children two to teen cope when someone dies

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19492
Schaefer, Dan, Lyons, Christine. New York, NY: Newmarket Press , 2001. 3rd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 S311h 2001
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
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Author
Schaefer, Dan
Lyons, Christine
Edition
3rd ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Newmarket Press
Publication Date
2001
Physical Description
xvii, 202 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Bereavement
Death
Parent-Child Relations
Adolescent
Child, Preschool
Popular Work
ISBN
9781557044259
1557044252
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 S311h 2001

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Grieving child : a parent's guide

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Fitzgerald, Helen. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster , 1992.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 F553 1992
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This is intended as a guide for parents seeking to explain the death of a parent, relative, friend, or even a pet to a child. Suggestions are given for dealing with emotional responses and helping in the child's adjustment to a new life.
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Author
Fitzgerald, Helen
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Publication Date
1992
Subjects
Grief - in infancy & childhood - popular works
Parent-Child Relations
Abstract
This is intended as a guide for parents seeking to explain the death of a parent, relative, friend, or even a pet to a child. Suggestions are given for dealing with emotional responses and helping in the child's adjustment to a new life.
ISBN
0671767623
9780671767624
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 F553 1992

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Grieving brain : the surprising science of how we learn from love and loss

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O'Connor, Mary-Frances. New York, NY: HarperOne , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 O18g 2023
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
O'Connor, Mary-Frances
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
HarperOne
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
xix, 236 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Bereavement - psychology
Grief
Loss
Neuropsychology
Popular Work
ISBN
9780062946249
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 O18g 2023

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After suicide loss : coping with your grief

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123346
Jordan, Jack, Baugher, Bob. Newcastle, WA: Caring People Press , 2016. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 J82 2016
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Jordan, Jack
Baugher, Bob
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Newcastle, WA
Publisher
Caring People Press
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
vi, 156 p. ; 21 cm
Subjects
Bereavement
Grief
Suicide
Loss
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9780983950592
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 J82 2016

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Modern loss handbook : an interactive guide to moving through grief and building your resilience

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124415
Soffer, Rebecca. Philadelphia, PA: Running Press , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 S681m 2022
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Soffer, Rebecca
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
Running Press
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
234 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Bereavement
Grief - psychology
Loss
Popular Work
ISBN
9780762474813
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 S681m 2022

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When someone dies : a children's mindful how-to guide on grief and loss

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Dorn, Andrea. Eau Claire, WI: PESI Publishing , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 G7 D713 2022
Availability
3 copies, 2 available
"When Someone Dies walks children through the bereavement process in a simple, concrete, and developmentally appropriate way. Through the lens of mindfulness, children will learn how to say goodbye, make space for any emotions that arise, and work through their grief. Written for parents, teachers,…
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Author
Dorn, Andrea
Place of Publication
Eau Claire, WI
Publisher
PESI Publishing
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 23 cm
Series
Mindful steps series
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Bereavement
Grief
Mindfulness
Popular Work
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
"When Someone Dies walks children through the bereavement process in a simple, concrete, and developmentally appropriate way. Through the lens of mindfulness, children will learn how to say goodbye, make space for any emotions that arise, and work through their grief. Written for parents, teachers, and therapists alike, this straightforward yet powerful book includes: Optional engagement questions to build connection and personalize the reading experience Short mindfulness and self-compassion meditations A developmental guide to children's understanding of death"-- Provided by publisher
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781683734864
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 G7 D713 2022

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Men and grief : a guide for surviving the death of a loved one, a resource for caregivers and mental health professionals

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog3331
Staudacher, Carol. Oakland, Ca.: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. , 1991.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
BF575 S798 1991
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
This book is both a guide for men surviving the death of a loved one and a resource for caregivers and mental health professionals.
More Information
Author
Staudacher, Carol
Place of Publication
Oakland, Ca.
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
1991
Subjects
Men - popular works
Grief - popular works
Social Support - popular works
Abstract
This book is both a guide for men surviving the death of a loved one and a resource for caregivers and mental health professionals.
ISBN
093498672X (pbk.)
0934986738
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 S798 1991

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When will I stop hurting? : teens, loss, and grief

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13272
Myers, Edward. Lanham, Md.: Scarecrow Press , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 M996 2004
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Outlining the phases of the grieving process, Myers incorporates numerous personal accounts and quotes from young adults who have experienced the death of a family member into the text. He discusses the range of emotions young people may have from anger and fear to relief and sadness and assures re…
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Author
Myers, Edward
Place of Publication
Lanham, Md.
Publisher
Scarecrow Press
Publication Date
2004
Series
It happened to me 8
Subjects
Bereavement
Grief
Loss - psychology
Adolescent
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
Outlining the phases of the grieving process, Myers incorporates numerous personal accounts and quotes from young adults who have experienced the death of a family member into the text. He discusses the range of emotions young people may have from anger and fear to relief and sadness and assures readers that these feelings are normal.
ISBN
0810849216 (alk. paper)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 M996 2004

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Beyond grief : a guide for recovering from the death of a loved one

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9932
Staudacher, Carol. Oakland, Ca.: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. , 1987.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 S798b 1987
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Staudacher, Carol
Place of Publication
Oakland, Ca.
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
1987
Physical Description
144 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Social Support
Popular Work
ISBN
0934986436
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 S798b 1987

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Living with grief : children, adolescents, and loss

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Hospice Foundation of America. Washington, DC: Hospice Foundation of America | Brunner/Mazel , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 L786d 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Includes a theoretical overview, clinical approaches with children and adolescents, and special losses.
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Corporate Author
Hospice Foundation of America
Editor
Doka, Kenneth J
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
Hospice Foundation of America
Brunner/Mazel
Publication Date
2000
Physical Description
vi, 336 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Loss
Death
Adolescent
Infant
Child
Popular Work
Abstract
Includes a theoretical overview, clinical approaches with children and adolescents, and special losses.
ISBN
1893349012 (pbk.)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 L786d 2000

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Caring and coping when your loved one is seriously ill

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4327
Grollman, Earl A. [Boston, MA]: Beacon Press , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G875c 1995
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Shows how to support the person who is ill and how the caregiver can handle his/her own emotions.
More Information
Author
Grollman, Earl A
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Beacon Press
Publication Date
1995
Subjects
Terminal Care
Social Support
Grief
Popular Work
Abstract
Shows how to support the person who is ill and how the caregiver can handle his/her own emotions.
ISBN
0807027138
9780807027134
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G875c 1995

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Prostate cancer: expert advice for helping your loved one

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125239
Baum, Neil H., Mobley, David, Key, Richard G. Baltimore, MD: Johns Hopkins University Press , 2023.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WJ762 B347 2023
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
More Information
Author
Baum, Neil H.
Mobley, David
Key, Richard G.
Place of Publication
Baltimore, MD
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
xi, 280 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Series
Johns Hopkins Press health book
Subjects
Prostatic Neoplasms - psychology
Prostatic Neoplasms - diagnosis
Prostatic Neoplasms - therapy
Men's Health
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781421446004
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Status
Processing
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WJ762 B347 2023

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Modern loss : candid conversation about grief : beginners welcome

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124349
Soffer, Rebecca, Birkner, Gabrielle. New York, NY: Harper Wave , 2018.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 S681c 2018
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Soffer, Rebecca
Birkner, Gabrielle
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Harper Wave
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
xxiii, 355 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm
Subjects
Bereavement
Grief
Loss
Blogging
Popular Work
ISBN
9780062499189
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 S681c 2018

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