Retelling Violent Death

Rynearson (psychiatry, U. of Washington) offers a strategy for restorative retelling following the homicide, suicide, or accidental death of a family member or loved one. Rynearson discusses his own experiences, and considers the ideas of resilience and coherence. The book includes clinical interventions and case studies, with particular attention to the experiences of children and adolescents. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Edward K. Rynearson, MD, is Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Washington, and Medical Director of the Homicide Support Project at the Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle. He has thirty years of experience in research and clinical practice in helping grief-stricken family members.