Journal

Ambiguous loss in families of the missing

English version

Author

Pauline Boss

Publication Year

2002

Region

Global

Thematic Area

Families

Topic

Family Needs / Mental Health / Psychosocial Support

Ambiguous loss is caused when loved ones suddenly vanish. For the families left behind—when soldiers are declared missing in action or relatives disappear during political unrest and civil conflict—not knowing whether a loved one is dead or alive defies emotional comprehension.

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