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On Death and Dying

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1969

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Why do dying patients experience hope, even in the darkest stages of depression and acceptance?

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How does the patient’s experience in the hospital contribute to their overall health and ability to process their terminal diagnosis?

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What role does the family play in the patient’s grieving process?

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