Memorialization Reflection

People cope with tragedies in many ways. Some people try their best to forget, while others work to make sure the tragedy is never forgotten. The most constructive attitude towards memorials is sanctification.

Memorializing is often the way to remember a very important, intelligent, or rich person who lives above the rest of us. When we memorialize it sets a way to remember someone long after they have passed from life. More often than not those we put in statues and remember are those who change the world for the better or discover something new like Christopher Columbus, and his statue in Riverside Park (Deegan, Jim, source B). Lincoln's memorial isn’t where or had any importance to Lincoln, but it succeeds his most infamous speech he ever had “The Gettysburg Address” (Savage, source A). H. Elroy Johnson a famous lobster trapper, had a statue made but never finished during his lifetime, not until after his death, was the real statue made to memorialize him (Roadside America, source f).

These workers can assist an individual or group in crisis by providing direct intervention, by identifying alternative coping skills, or by consulting with others. A helper's primary goals in a crisis are to identify, assess, and intervene; to return the individual to his/her prior level of functioning as quickly as possible; and to lessen any negative impact on future mental health. Sometimes during this process, new skills and coping mechanisms are acquired, resulting in change (Sandoval, 1988).

Everyone deals with certain situations differently. In reality, we should all deal with situations the same. We should all believe in sanctification because it teaches a lesson and allows the mourning span to be dealt with easier. Let's say someone was dealing with a tragedy, the person may choose to forget the tragedy while their neighbor may choose to remember.

In addition, the therapeutic value of working with grief in diverse groups is of particular interest to me based on the existential challenges in dealing with death, loss of relationships, career, or anyone or anything deemed to be of significance to individuals. Likewise, our society is frankly abysmal in recognizing and supporting those in need of support, therapy and long-term assistance in dealing with grief and loss. Additionally, group work can be a highly effective way to help grieving individuals expand their network of relationships thus helping them move forward in a health way (Corey el al.,

They write and compile relief checks, donate blood, volunteer time and give necessary supplies. Sometimes, the only thing others can do is send prayers, hope, and observe. However, we always try to do what we can to help others. Helping those devastated sends a mental message saying, "we haven't forgotten about you." The message impacts those traumatized in a way no other message can. It gives them the physiological strength they need to continue the fight to

Most, if not all, communities around the world have some type of informal support system in place. In the article, The Interface between Professional and Natural Support Systems, Baker (1977) states, “In most communities there exists a network of individuals and groups who band together to help each other in dealing with a variety of problems

2.3 The suitability of external sources of support to people affected by significant life events

Grief and loss are one of the most universal human experiences, though painful, and understandably causes distress. However, approximately 15 % experience a more problematic grieving process with elevated symptoms of depression and/or posttraumatic stress symptoms (Bonanno and Kaltman, 1999).There is no well-established model of the timeline for resolution of grief and the variance of its expression is wide. Many persons cope with the emotional pain of bereavement without any formal intervention. However, individuals who have experienced traumatic bereavement, such as deaths that are sudden, violent, or due to human actions (Green 2000), may face particular challenges. Researchers have tried to define a model for the treatment of traumatic bereavement that fully supports not only the client, but also those working with the clients around their trauma

A secondary solution to miscarriage of justice, again focusing on mending the damage caused, is the presence of a support person, or a group of support people. Although it is incredibly difficult, in some cases impossible, to mend all harm, having a safety net and guiding force can greatly ease the burden and accelerate recovery. In a Chicago area case, single mother Nicole Harris was wrongly convicted of murdering her 4 year old son and spent nearly 8 years in prison before being exonerated. This leads us to this quote from the Chicago Tribune which discusses the support her relatives and friends provide:

Individuals support each other during natural disasters and tragedies to unite societies. For example, the Oklahoma bombing tragedy induced mourning from citizens of the United States for those that had lost their lives and for those who had lost a loved one. The incident sent a shockwave across the nation and personnel immediately began to help, investigate, pray, and grieve. To support the grieving victims, Clinton exclaimed, “Today our nation joins with you in grief. We mourn with you. We share your hope against hope that some may still survive” (21). During the Oklahoma City bombing, the nation felt

There are so many factors to consider when deciding on a headstone for your loved one’s memorial, and material choice is one of the most important. The compassionate folks at McGee Monuments will help you select headstones that are gorgeous and built to last. Serving the Rochester, NY and surrounding areas for over 100 years, this family owned and operated business is the premier name in funeral monuments. From headstones and grave markers to memorials and cremation services, these professionals will assist you with everything you need to beautifully memorialize your departed loved ones.

One element I see in this memorial is mass. This element really helps the visitors to take in the meaning of the art work by showing how the fallen officers have truly paid the ultimate sacrifice to protect others. I think all viewers will have a similar understanding of this memorial because we all know that police are there to help protect us, and this memorial helps the people honor those whom have protected us with their lives. The only background information I think is required would be to know that this memorial is for the police officers whom have been killed. With this information, the visitors will understand the intention of this memorial because the police are always around to serve and protect the

“Ordinary people” everywhere are faced day after day with the ever so common tragedy of losing a loved one. As we all know death is inevitable. We live with this harsh reality in the back of our mind’s eye. Only when we are shoved in the depths of despair can we truly understand the multitude of emotions brought forth. Although people may try to be empathetic, no one can truly grasp the rawness felt inside of a shattered heart until death has knocked at their door. We live in an environment where death is invisible and denied, yet we have become desensitized to it. These inconsistencies appear in the extent to which families are personally affected by death—whether they

Support groups have an overlapping element that includes a therapeutic effect (Wayne & Cohen 2001). For example, participants may help each other understand why an event