ABSTRACT
Objective:
To describe the characteristics of bereaved caregivers submitted to post-loss music therapy.
Method:
This is a cross-sectional database from a randomized clinical trial that performed music therapy for caregivers who lost their loved ones to cancer. The following variables were used for this analysis: sociodemographic, religious beliefs, previous sound-musical experiences, and experiences related to care, loss and repair processes. Descriptive statistical analyzes were performed.
Results:
Of the 69 participants, 85.5% had a strong bond/secure attachment with their loved ones; 68.1% followed a long death and dying process (> 6 months), which was related to a chronic disease; 88.4% did not participate in conspiracy of silence, suggesting a satisfactory communication; 60.9% reported receiving spiritual/religious support, suggesting healthy and continent support; and all participated in funeral rites.
Conclusion:
The process of elaborating the bereavement of caregivers indicated the presence of protective factors.
Descriptors:
Death; Bereavement; Palliative Care; Caregivers; Music Therapy