Unresolved and ambiguous losses in childhood : invisible wounds and the potential for resilience in adulthood – healing through prayer and new relationships
Nerazrešene in dvoumne izgube v otroštvu : nevidne rane in možnosti za odpornost v odrasli dobi - zdravljenje z molitvijo in novimi odnosi

english

2024

volume 84, issue 2

ambiguous loss   childhood   prayer   relational family therapy   unresolved loss

Univerza v Ljubljani, Teološka fakulteta
(Obvezni izvod spletne publikacije)

This article examines the concept of unresolved and ambiguous loss in childhood, exploring its various manifestations and the profound impact it can have on individuals throughout their lives. Drawing on the theory of attachment, child development, ambiguous loss, and unresolved grief, the author critically highlights how the overlooked and invisible wounds of various childhood losses often shape adult life. The aim is to shed light on the overlooked hardships of individuals often not recognised by society. This article will emphasise the importance of fostering new relationships in a safe environment. In addressing and resolving these invisible wounds, the author will, as a scientific contribution to the field of invisible childhood wounds, highlight the importance of contemporary relational family therapy. New relationships, which may include a relationship with God, are considered a key aspect of healing. The relationship with God is discussed as a possible way of healing deep wounds from childhood.

10.02.2025