A qualitative study of recently bereaved people's beliefs about death: implications for bereavement care

Aims and objectives To investigate the beliefs of recently bereaved people about death and to explore the implications of these beliefs for bereavement care. Background Little is known about recently bereaved people's beliefs about death, although there is evidence that these beliefs may have an impact on health. The funeral provides an opportunity for bereaved people to reflect on their beliefs about death. Design A qualitative approach....