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The Family Journal, Vol. 13, No. 2, 167-171 (2005)
DOI: 10.1177/1066480704273093

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Encore Parenting: When Grandparents Fill the Role of Primary Caregiver

Karla Lever

University of South Carolina

Jennifer J. Wilson

University of South Carolina

This literature review explores the issues of grief and the interruption of developmental stages often experienced by grandparents who raise their grandchildren and presents a case study to illustrate that structural family therapy can address and combat these issues. An evaluation of the use of structural family therapy in relation to grief and loss issues is offered.

Key Words: grief • grandparents • grandparenting • family structure • developmental stages


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