Table 5.

Middle-phase tasks of interpersonal problem area (bereavement) take-home points

Make links between interpersonal events related to the death and symptoms

Review the details of the death, the funeral, and the subsequent period of bereavement

Explore both positive and negative aspects of the lost relationship

Explore both positive and negative aspects of how things were before the loss

Explore the challenges of adjusting to the loss and the interpersonal opportunities in the present and future

Improve communication

Assist patient to better use or recruit supports