10.2 – Journey into bereavement at the time of Covid-19. An arduous test of creativity

Volume 10, Number 2, November 2022

Journey into bereavement at the time of Covid-19. An arduous test of creativity
by Monica Venturi

Abstract
This work aims to create a space for reflection on what can happen to those who live or have experienced the loss of loved ones due to the coronavirus, trying to bring to light the differences that characterize this peculiar type of bereavement compared to other forms of loss. The aim of this work is observing, constructing and recognizing possible experiences of grief that the recent pandemic has generated and, consequently, articulating some fundamental points and tools to be taken into consideration within the psychological clinical activity in front of these life experiences.

Keywords: bereavement, death, Coronavirus, psychotherapy, trauma.