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Diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder among older adults: mapping physicians’ knowledge and practice, and evaluating the effectiveness of a brief targeted training program

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  • Alexander Manevich

  • Daphna Shefet

  • Yael Orion

  • Nili Elior

  • June 19, 2026

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    Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD) is a psychiatric diagnosis with significant implications for older adults, particularly following traumatic losses.

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    Older adults are at increased risk for PGD, which is associated with psychological and physical comorbidities and higher mortality rates.

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    Many physicians lack sufficient knowledge of PGD, leading to under-recognition and misdiagnosis, especially in older patients.

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    The study aims to assess physicians' understanding of PGD and evaluate the effectiveness of a brief training intervention.

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    Findings from this study may inform policy development and enhance the diagnosis and treatment of PGD in clinical practice.

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Diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder among older adults: mapping physicians’ knowledge and practice, and evaluating the effectiveness of a brief targeted training program

  • by Alexander Manevich, Daphna Shefet, Yael Orion, Nili Elior

  • June 19, 2026

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