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“Theory affects the work of practitioners in the area of loss to varying degrees
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"Theory affects the work of practitioners in the area of loss to varying degrees. Some are quite ignorant of theory and work almost exclusively from personal instinct and experience; others find that theory guides significantly their approach to dealing with loss, attitudes towards those for whom they care, communication with other practitioners, and the interventions employed in situations of loss. Different theoretical positions that have evolved throughout the 20th century have contributed positively to the knowledge and work of practitioners in the area of loss. However, while recognizing potential benefits provided by theory, it is important to also recognize the potential negative effects of strict adherence to a particular theoretical position in this work in the area of loss. Hence it may be the use of theory, rather than theory alone, that we must consider more carefully in improving the care of those facing loss". Throughout the 20th century theoretical...
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