1. Death and Grieving Defining death Cultural contexts Facing one’s own death Coping with the death of others

2. Defining Death and Life/Death Issues What is death? Other considerations in determining death Decisions regarding life, death, and health care

3. Sociohistorical and Cultural Contexts Changing historical circumstances Death in different cultures The denial of death

4. Death and Development Causes of death and expectations about death Attitudes toward death at different points in the lifespan

5. Facing One’s Own Death Kubler-Ross’ Stages of Dying/Grief Perceived Control and Denial The Contexts in Which People Die

6. Coping with the Death of Others Communication Grieving Making sense of the world Losing a life partner Mourning and the funeral Resources: Kids: http://www.comfortzonecamp.org/ Widow/ers: http://www.sslf.org/http://www.comfortzonecamp.orghttp://www.sslf.org