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Nov 22, 2022 · Reading about death and grief, whether real or fictional, can help. The following books have helped people make better sense of their bereavement and grief. 'You'll Get Over It': The Rage of Bereavement by Virginia Ironside. A direct account of grief and the many difficult emotions it brings.
Sep 7, 2016 · Let’s start with the first step: You should ask whether the sick or dying person wants you to read to them. If your friend or family member wants you to read to them, ASK them if they have any favorite book of fiction, or nonfiction, poetry, meditation, or prayers that they want you to read to them to give them comfort.
Feb 16, 2016 · 10 Must Reads About Death and End-Of-Life Care. A few months ago, a Twitter follower asked us for recommendations on books about death and end-of-life care. The search for great recommendations led us to some tremendous reads that we’ve compiled here to share with all of you.
- Granpa by John Burningham. A picture book for younger children (and all of us) remembering happy times with Granpa, now that he has died and his chair is empty.
- Waiting for the Last Bus by Richard Holloway. A wise and humble exploration of older age, and the approach of life’s end. How should we face our own mortality?
- Dear Life by Rachel Clarke. A palliative care doctor reflects on her work, on how dying can be made bearable, and the importance of talking about death realistically.
- Grief is the Thing with Feathers by Max Porter. A fictional blend of poetry and prose describing the grief of a widower and his young sons following the death of their mother.
Jun 25, 2019 · Interesting information on what medical professionals know about what happens to the brain and body when you die. Read it for science, and if you need to know how to help a person who is dying be as comfortable as possible. The book does explain what is happening in the brain when a dying person sees a light.
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Oct 26, 2020 · If you are dealing with issues surrounding death, these best books about death, dying, and grief are honest. In a video interview I watched, the author of The Unwinding of the Miracle, featured below, remarked: I know this is dark and depressing, but I promised I would be honest with you. – Julie Yip Williams.
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Who should read On Death and Dying? This book is ideal for healthcare professionals, students in the medical and psychological fields, clergy, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the dying process.
