Death, dying, and bereavement around the world : theories, varied views and customs / by Frank E. Eyetsemitan, Ph. D, Professor of Psychology, Roger Williams University.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Eyetsemitan, Frank E., 1955- author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Death.

Bereavement.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Springfield, Illinois : Charles C Thomas, Publisher, Ltd., [2021]

Summary:

"This book evaluates existing theories, concepts, and models with the practices of death, dying and bereavement from different societies around the world. The differences in various belief systems and how these influence death, dying and bereavement practices are highlighted, including Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, Ancestor worship, Afro-Brazilian religions, the belief systems of Native Indians, the Maoris of New Zealand and others. These belief systems will contribute to a better understanding of the existing models of death, dying and bereavement that are examined. An overview of countries in different continents is also provided. This helps to refresh the reader's mind of the country's geographical location and bring attention to the prevailing causes of death and life expectancy of nations in different parts of the world. At the end of each chapter, review questions are provided to aid in the reader's comprehension and allow for self-refection. At the end of each chapter, an Additional Readings section has been included so the reader can find additional information to further an interest developed from reading the chapter material. A glossary of terms is included to aid with explaining certain terms and add to the reader's vocabulary. Given its overview of existing theories/models as well as a focus on issues of cross-cultural relevance on death, dying and bereavement, the book will be of interest to bereavement counselors, healthcare practitioners, and others"-- Provided by publisher

Contents:

Themes and issues in death, dying and bereavement around the world

Frameworks for bereavement and stress

Death, dying and bereavement in Africa

Death, dying and bereavement in the Middle East

Death, dying and bereavement in North America

Death, dying and bereavement in South America

Death, dying and bereavement in Asia

Death, dying and bereavement in Europe

Death, dying and bereavement in Oceania

Contributions to death, dying and bereavement models from around the world

Help for the dying around the world

Commonalities and differences in death, dying and bereavement around the world.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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Other Format:

Print version: Eyetsemitan, Frank E., 1955- Death, dying, and bereavement around the world.

ISBN:

0398093490

9780398093495

OCLC:

1195819973