In the past 50 years, our knowledge about death and dying has increased significantly. Since Dr. Kubler-Ross's 1969 book On Death and Dying, death is no longer a forbidden topic. People have been able ...

The study of end-of-life experiences and palliative care encompasses the clinical, psychological and spiritual dimensions that mark the final stages of life. Research in this field addresses both the ...

End of life decision making is not just about living wills. More important than specifying what you want is specifying who ...

If your loved one on hospice suddenly appears to reach up to the sky or ceiling at the end of their life, you're not just imagining it. For the 'unexplainable phenomenon' is 'really common' among ...

The end-of-life journey is dynamic and often challenging, but it holds immense potential for transformation. With over 35 years as a physician, I've witnessed firsthand the limitations of our ...

Repeating a school year, experiencing parental abuse or engaging in armed combat have far-reaching effects on the mind and body that may extend to a person’s last months. These traumatic experiences ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. pikselstock // Shutterstock For 24 years, Natalie Ann Evans has worked as a birth doula, providing comfort and support to parents ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. "At the end of life, it doesn't matter who you are or how much money you have." (Courtesy of Suzanne O'Brien) Suzanne O’Brien has ...

Older people with less wealth showed a higher burden of symptoms when they approached the end of their lives compared with those who had more wealth, a study found. The report was published in JAMA ...

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The demand for end-of-life doulas is rising. Here’s how they address the physical and emotional needs of those nearing death. For 24 years, Natalie Ann Evans has worked as a birth doula, providing ...