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ERIC Number: EJ1394191
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 14
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ISSN: ISSN-0306-9885
EISSN: EISSN-1469-3534
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Supporting Bereaved Students in Higher Education: Student Perspectives
Spiccia, Chantal N.; Howell, Joel A.; Arnold, Carrie; Hay, Ashton; Breen, Lauren J.
British Journal of Guidance & Counselling, v51 n3 p381-394 2023
Bereavement is a universal experience common within the higher education student population. The present study aimed to understand the experiences and support needs of bereaved Australian university students. In semi-structured interviews, 12 students (10 women, 2 men; M[subscript age] = 38.13, SD = 15.37) shared their experiences of bereavement while studying. A thematic analysis resulted in three themes: Relationships between study and bereavement, Navigating the university system, and What students need. The findings highlighted varying levels of support accessed and level of need, which were influenced by the circumstances of the student and the loss, mode of study, personal resources, and perceptions of the university system's ability to help. The findings highlight the need to develop and communicate clear policies and procedures so that bereaved students are supported.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Australia
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