Experiences of Grief and the Impacts on Adolescents’ Mental Health

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https://doi.org/10.36489/nursing.2026v31i332p12738-12764

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Bereavement, Mental Health, Adolescent Health, School Health Services, Nursing

Abstract

Objective: To analyze the experiences of grief and its impact on the mental health of adolescents. Method: A qualitative,
descriptive, and exploratory study was conducted in 2024 with 20 adolescents in situations of social vulnerability belonging to a school located in the northwest region of Rio Grande do Sul. The interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and subjected to thematic analysis by Braun and Clarke. Results: The loss due to the death of significant people or the rupture of family ties generated intense psychological suffering and, in severe cases, suicidal ideation. Furthermore, some adolescents experience
neglect, which leads to mental suffering and contributes to episodes of self-harm in order to alleviate emotional distress. Conclusion: Grief in adolescence requires intersectoral actions and sensitive approaches. Therefore, preventive actions, mental health support programs for adolescents, and health policies in favor of this population are necessary

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2026-01-16

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Melo , A. P., Silveira, A. da, Hildebrandt, L. M., Cabral, F. B., Soccol, K. L. S., & Santos, L. M. dos. (2026). Experiences of Grief and the Impacts on Adolescents’ Mental Health. Nursing Edição Brasileira, 31(332), 12738–12764. https://doi.org/10.36489/nursing.2026v31i332p12738-12764

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