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Cultural Perspectives on Grief and Loss in Nigeria: Navigating Differences and Healing Together

Explore the impact of cultural shock on managing grief in Nigeria, with insights from Edna Isiorho, RN, MSEd, and Dr. S. A. Isiorho. Learn how cultural nuances influence coping mechanisms, social support, and holistic healing approaches.

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Cultural Perspectives on Grief and Loss in Nigeria: Navigating Differences and Healing Together

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  1. Grief and Loss on Cultural differencespresented byEdna Isiorho, RN, MSEd& Dr. S. A. Isiorho

  2. Africa http://www.infoplease.com/atlas/africa.html

  3. Nigeria http://www.ancd.org/map.htm. Accessed Dec. 16, 2004

  4. Oba of Benin Nigeria is a country of 150 Million People plus, with more than 250 Languages

  5. Fort Wayne, Indiana

  6. Shock • Church • Family & Friend • Job • Weather • Cultural shock • Respect • Food • Clothing • Etiquette

  7. Results of Separation • Depression • Travels • Comparing notes with new parents • Attending cooking lessons • Garage sales • Departmental sales • Finance

  8. Some Familiar Activities • Independence Day • End of year get-together • Visitation • Birthday • Baby shower/naming ceremony • Wedding • Community service • Involving children

  9. People http://www.akwaibomstate.com/Pics/emeh.jpg Daily Times Nov. 2003

  10. People: Men’s head caps

  11. Activities

  12. What’s in a Name? • Name identifies you • Problems with names in ….. • From Nigerian Guardian Dec. 16, 2004

  13. Activities I

  14. Activities II

  15. Conclusion

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