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Thanatology
| Thanatology
(from
Greek thanatos, "death") is
the
description or study of death and dying and the psychological
mechanisms of dealing with them. Thanatology is concerned with the
notion of death as popularly perceived and especially with the
reactions of the dying, from whom it is felt much can be learned about
dealing with death's approach.
Thanatology
also examines attitudes toward death, the meaning and behaviors of
bereavement and grief, and the moral and ethical questions of
euthanasia, organ transplants, and life support.
Links of Interest:
| The
American Academy of Grief Counseling |
The American Academy
of Grief Counseling offers comprehensive, quality, Certification
and Fellowship programs for qualified professionals including,
physicians, nurses, counselors, social workers, funeral
directors, clergy and other professional providers practicing
the specialty of Grief Counseling. |
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