A Task-Based Approach to Coping with Dying
- 1 March 1992
- journal article
- Published by SAGE Publications in OMEGA - Journal of Death and Dying
- Vol. 24 (2) , 81-94
- https://doi.org/10.2190/cnnf-cx1p-bfxu-ggn4
Abstract
This article proposes a task-based approach for understanding and explicating coping with dying. Four primary dimensions of coping with dying are outlined (the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual). These dimensions define four primary areas of task work in coping with dying. In addition, an argument is offered as to why this task-based approach should be adopted. That argument depends on remarks about the nature of coping and an analysis of four advantages that apply to a task-based approach (improved understanding, empowerment, participation, and guidance for helpers).Keywords
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