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Posted on April 1st, 2025 in Faculty, Research, Student/Alumni by Carrie E. Foote
Drs Brann and Bute
Drs. Brann and Bute, Department of Communication Studies at IU-I.
Department of Communication Studies professors Drs. Maria Brann and Jennifer Bute and alumna Dr. Kelsey Binion presented recent research to health care practitioners at a plenary session at the international Institute of Reproductive Grief Care symposium. Their research, based on interviews with health care providers and patients experiencing pregnancy after reproductive loss, provides evidence for compassionate communication and demonstrates practical communication skills that professionals can use during difficult conversations. Their presentation involved the use of forum theatre as a training strategy, which was well-received with numerous participants seeking additional information to implement discussed strategies in their practices. One participant immediately shared on social media: “Excellent presentation! I hope to use forum theatre in some of my future trainings. So much more effective than traditional role play!” Learn more here: https://www.reproductivegrief.org/