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Author Archives: Dana Watson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
End-of-Life PTSD is More Common Than You Think
Hospice social worker Scott Janssen offers advice on how to ease a loved one's pain
Scott Janssen, MA, MSW, LCSW, is a social worker with the University of North Carolina Hospice and a member of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization’s Trauma-Informed Care Work Group. Janssen’s articles have been published in dozens of media … Continue reading
Posted in Professional Advice
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Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease Before It Strikes
New blood test holds promise
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease remains one of the most difficult challenges for the medical community. At this time, a diagnosis is not definitively confirmed until an autopsy of the brain can be performed. A few blood tests have slowly been making … Continue reading
Posted in Science of Us
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“Merry Christmas Darling” by The Carpenters
A beloved holiday ballad for grieving souls
No matter what your age, there is no doubt you are familiar with one of the most-beloved holiday songs, “Merry Christmas Darling” by The Carpenters. Released in 1970, this song was their first attempt at Christmas music; reaching number one … Continue reading
Posted in Expressive Music
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Missing the Sound of Your Deceased Loved One’s Voice?
Ornaments, voicemails, and advanced technology can help us to hear them again.
No other human can match the expressive nature, tone, and resonance of your loved one’s voice. It is something quite unique to each of us; a personal calling card. So, when someone dies, we often say, “I miss the sound … Continue reading
Posted in Something Special
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The Craft of Dying: The Modern Face of Death by Lyn H. Lofland
Is a "happy death" an achievable goal in today's society?
Initially published in 1978, the 40th anniversary edition of “The Craft of Dying” by Lyn H. Lofland remains a relevant resource today. The book is a thoughtful exploration of sociological perspectives on the concept of a happy death or peaceful … Continue reading
Posted in Lending Insight
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Peacocks Symbolize Rebirth and Renewal
Many cultures revere these majestic birds as spirit guides
When a majestic male peacock fans his feathers and struts his stuff, we take notice. Peacocks exude an air of confidence; they are true to themselves. Some cultures revere these majestic birds as a good omen, believing they bare prophetic … Continue reading
Posted in Cultural Perspectives
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