Emotional distress following pregnancy loss and neonatal loss is common, however little is known about men's grief as the majority of literature and subsequent bereavement care guidelines have focused on women. In this Australian systematic review 46 articles were identified. Findings indicate that men's grief experiences are highly varied, and current grief measures may not capture all of the complexities. In comparison to women, men may face different challenges including expectations to support female partners, and a lack of social recognition for the grief and subsequent needs.
Obst K L., Due C., Oxlad M. & Middleton P (2020) Men's grief following pregnancy loss and neonatal loss; a systematic review and emerging theoretical model. BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 2020
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