Questions and Answers on Death and Dying: A Companion Volume to On Death and Dying

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Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

Questions and Answers on Death and Dying

A Companion Volume to On Death and Dying

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

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Simon & Schuster
14 August 1997

Psychology; Coping with death & bereavement

On Death and Dying is one of the most important books ever written on the subject and is still considered the bench-mark in the care of the dying. It became an immediate bestseller, and Life magazine called it ""a profound lesson for the living."" This companion volume consists of the questions that are most frequently asked of Dr. Kübler-Ross and her compassionate answers. She discusses accepting the end of life, suicide, terminal illness, euthanasia, how to tell a patient he or she is critically ill, and how to deal with all the special difficulties surrounding death. Questions and Answers on Death and Dying is a vital resource for doctors, nurses, members of the clergy, social workers, and lay people dealing with death and dying.

By: Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
Imprint: Simon & Schuster
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 1
Dimensions: Height: 214mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 207g
ISBN: 9780684839370
ISBN 10: 0684839377
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 14 August 1997
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Contents INTRODUCTION I. The Dying Patient Telling the Patient Difficulties in Communication Denial As a First Line of Defense Why Me? Bargaining -- Depression and Grief Usually Follow The End of Life -- Hopefully Acceptance 2. Special Forms of Communication 3. Suicide and Terminal Illness 4. Sudden Death 5. Prolongation of Life 6. Where Do We Best Care for Our Dying Patients 7. The Family's Problems Alter Death Has Occurred 8. Funerals 9. Family and Staff Deal with Their Own Feelings 10. Other Staff Problems 11. Old Age 12. Questions of Humor and Fear, Faith and Hope 13. Personal Questions INDEX

Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, MD, [1926-2004] was a Swiss-born psychiatrist, humanitarian, and co-founder of the hospice movement around the world. She was also the author of the groundbreaking book On Death and Dying, which first discussed The Five Stages of Grief. Elisabeth authored twenty-four books in thirty-six languages and brought comfort to millions of people coping with their own deaths or the death of a loved one. Her greatest professional legacy includes teaching the practice of humane care for the dying and the importance of sharing unconditional love. Her work continues by the efforts of hundreds of organizations around the world, including The Elisabeth Kubler-Ross Foundation: EKRFoundation.org.

Reviews for Questions and Answers on Death and Dying: A Companion Volume to On Death and Dying

Library Journal Those in need of dealing with dying persons -- either as members of the helping professions or as friends or relatives -- could scarcely find a better book.