The issue of death in Long-Term Care Institutions for Elderly

Authors

  • Katia Cherix
  • Maria Julia Kovács

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.23925/2176-901X.2012v15iEspecial12p175-184

Keywords:

Death, Long-Term Care Institutions for Elderly, Aging

Abstract

Death is seen as a taboo, even during old age the subject is avoided. Most Long-Term Care Institutions for Elderlyare more concerned with biomedical, then elderly’s rights and desires. Finding little support and space to deal with loss, their mental health and quality of life may be impaired.Thinking about education for death is necessary to live a meaningful life and age with dignity.

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How to Cite

Cherix, K., & Kovács, M. J. (2013). The issue of death in Long-Term Care Institutions for Elderly. Revista Kairós-Gerontologia, 15(Especial12), 175–184. https://doi.org/10.23925/2176-901X.2012v15iEspecial12p175-184

Issue

Vol. 15 (2012): Número Especial 12 - Finitude/Morte e Velhice

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Papers

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