Abstract

MADIGELE, Tshenolo Jennifer  and  TSHELAMETSE, Ronald. Unattended grieving in the context of COVID 19 in Botswana: Psycho-pastoral accompaniment. STJ [online]. 2023, vol.9, n.2, pp.1-28. ISSN 2413-9467.  http://dx.doi.org/10.17570/stj.2023.v9n2.a11.

This article explores the phenomenon of unattended grieving in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic in Botswana. It focuses on the integration of psychological and pastoral care approaches to provide psycho-pastoral accompaniment for individuals experiencing grief during this crisis. The article examines the unique challenges faced by individuals in processing their grief and proposes a comprehensive approach that combines psychological interventions with pastoral support. It is believed that by adopting the psycho-pastoral accompaniment approach, individuals in Botswana can effectively navigate the grieving process and find solace and healing beyond the pandemic.

Keywords : Unattended grieving; COVID 19; psycho-pastoral accompaniment; holistic pastoral care; grieving practices.

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