Section 2.5 delves into the profound transformations in the grieving process ushered in by the digital age, where technology and social media have become integral to how we experience and navigate loss. This chapter explores the double-edged nature of digital platforms, which, while offering unprecedented opportunities for connection and commemoration, also introduce complex challenges that can complicate mourning. It examines the rise of online memorials, virtual funeral services, and the burgeoning presence of grieving communities on social media, highlighting how these digital arenas reshape traditional mourning practices and the public discourse around grief.
Additionally, it addresses the creation and management of digital legacies, emphasizing the need for ethical considerations and respectful handling of the deceased’s online presence. By unpacking the benefits and drawbacks of these modern shifts, the chapter aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of contemporary grief navigation and the ways support systems can evolve to meet the changing needs of those in mourning.
Reading Assignment for Section 2.5
Read the following subsection from our online textbook: Section 2.5: Modern Shifts in Grieving.
What You Will Learn
In this section, you’ll explore the significant transformations in the grieving process brought about by the digital age. You’ll learn how technology and social media have reshaped traditional mourning practices, offering new ways to connect and commemorate, while also introducing complex challenges. Additionally, you’ll delve into the rise of online memorials, virtual funeral services, and grieving communities on social media, and understand the ethical considerations involved in managing digital legacies.
Student Learning Outcomes for Section 2.5
- SLO 1: Analyze how digital platforms influence the mourning process.
- SLO 2: Evaluate the benefits and challenges of virtual funeral services.
- SLO 3: Discuss the role of social media in forming grieving communities.
- SLO 4: Identify ethical considerations in managing a deceased person’s digital legacy.
- SLO 5: Propose strategies for integrating traditional and digital grieving practices.
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