Experiences of bereaved widowers Marla Maye C. Ayura...[et.al].

Thesis (Bachelor of Science in Psychology) -- University of Rizal System-Morong.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The study entitled "EXPERIENCES OF BEREAVED WIDOWERS", was conducted with a purpose of determining the widower's experiences in time of bereavement. There were five (5) selected participants who are residents of Tanay, Antipolo and Binangonan in Rizal province. The study made use of qualitative research design using case study methods. It is designed to reveal a target audiences range of behavior and perceptions that drive it with preferences to specific topics or issues. It utilized a researcher's made structured interview and did not involve measurement of statistics. It is a method of inquiry employed in many different academic disciplines traditionally in social sciences. As the result of the study, it showed that respondents experienced difficulties in managing their time and taking care of their children, and also they experienced profound sadness in losing their wives. They undergo through the courses of bereavement such as grief, shock and numbness, yearning and searching, despair and recovery. As well as the character strengths exhibited by the respondents like being positive, optimistic and persevere that helps them manage life in a positive way. As for general recommendation, future researchers may conduct a study about experiences of bereaved widowers, challenges, character strength and perspective in life. The government must established a livelihood project for widowers with no permanent work and some recreational activities to prevent depression in losing their wives. Each town must establish a counseling room in Barangay Health Centers to provide counseling program for widowers and lastly the Municipal Social Welfare Development Office of Rizal must conduct seminar or forum on how to cope in time of bereavement.