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Category Archives: Professional Advice
What Does It Mean to Die Well?
Bioethicist Dr. Lydia Dugdale reflects on preparing ourselves for the end of life
In her book “The Lost Art of Dying,” bioethicist Dr. Lydia Dugdale explores the ways in which humans have prepared for death throughout history, and how we might apply that wisdom to the end-of-life experience today. Dugdale is a practicing … Continue reading
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How Do You Prepare for Dementia? An Interview with Stanley Terman
A discussion on the planning, choices and strategies for dealing with dementia
Stanley A. Terman, Ph.D., M.D., is CEO and Medical Director of Caring Advocates and the author of Peaceful Transitions: Stories of Success and Compassion; Plan Now, Die Later—Ironclad Strategy. He is also the creator of My Way Cards/Natural Dying Living Will Cards, … Continue reading
Finding Meaning at the End of Life Through Art
Mark Gilbert, Ph.D., professor of Medical Humanities at the University of Nebraska Omaha, discusses the role art can play in how doctors perceive patients with life-limiting illnesses and how patients perceive themselves
Mark Gilbert never thought of himself as a flattering portraitist. “It takes a great deal of courage to sit for a portrait at the best of times. It wasn’t unusual for me to genuinely offend the people that I was … Continue reading
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Lack of Bereavement Leave and Other Policies Fail Bereaved Families
Joyal Mulheron of Evermore describes lack of bereavement care in the U.S. as a public health crisis
Joyal Mulheron has a long history in public policy. She’s advised the Obama White House and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, and has worked with Republicans and Democrats, corporations and advocates. In recent years, she’s brought this diverse experience to … Continue reading
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Pet Loss Support Group Offers Comfort to Grieving Pet Parents
Hospital chaplain Dr. Micky Golden Moore’s Beyond the Paw Print offers solace and validation to those who have lost a beloved pet
Dr. Micky Golden Moore, Ph.D. M.S. H.P., spent the first 30 years of her professional career helping people from all walks of life find their voice. After completing a doctorate in communication studies at Wayne State University, she traveled between … Continue reading
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Managing Pain Through Mindfulness and Why It Works
Pain psychologist and mindfulness expert Leslie Aria, Ph.D., explains how people with life-limiting illnesses and other forms of chronic pain can find relief
Mindfulness has become a hot topic in recent years. From apps and podcasts to K–12 mindfulness schools and accredited mindfulness teaching programs, it’s clear that the benefits of mindfulness have a strong appeal in today’s world. This is especially true … Continue reading
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