On Death and Dying What the Dying Have to Teach Doctors, Nurses, Clergy and Their Own Families

by Kübler-Ross, Elisabeth; Byock, Ira

• ISBN13: 9781476775548
• ISBN10: 1476775540
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780684839387
• Edition: Reprint
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2014-08-12
• Publisher: Scribner
• More Book Details

About This Book

On Death and Dying: What the Dying Have to Teach Doctors, Nurses, Clergy, and Their Own Families

ISBN: 9781476775548

About the Book

"On Death and Dying" is a groundbreaking book written by the renowned psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross. First published in 1969, this book revolutionized the way we understand and approach death and dying. It's a must-read for anyone in the medical field, particularly doctors, nurses, clergy, and their families. The book explores the five stages of grief: denial and isolation, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by healthcare professionals such as doctors and nurses who work with terminally ill patients. It's also a valuable resource for clergy and families dealing with end-of-life care. The insights and perspectives provided in the book help these individuals better understand the emotional and psychological processes that occur during the dying process.

History and Editions

The book has been a cornerstone in the field of palliative care for decades. The most recent edition, published in 2014, continues to offer profound insights into the human experience of dying. This reissue includes updated perspectives and research, making it a relevant resource for contemporary healthcare professionals.

Author and Other Works

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross was a Swiss-American psychiatrist known for her pioneering work in the field of thanatology, the study of death and dying. She wrote several books on the subject, including "To Live Until We Say Goodbye" and "Life Lessons." Her work has had a lasting impact on how we approach end-of-life care and the emotional support needed during this critical period.

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ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781476775548
• eTextbook: Available through various digital platforms (ISBNs may vary)
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Publication Details

• Publisher: Scribner
• Publication Date: 2014 (Reissue)
• Number of Pages: Varies by edition
• Language: English
• Item Weight: 0.56 lbs (0.25 kg)
• Dimensions: 5 x 0 x 8 inches

Other Editions and Formats

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• Related ISBNs:
• 9781451664447 (Digital Edition)
• 9781476775548 (Hardcover)

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Author Biography

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, MD, [1926–2004] was a Swiss-born psychiatrist, humanitarian, and co-founder of the hospice movement around the world. She was also the author of the groundbreaking book On Death and Dying, which first discussed The Five Stages of Grief. Elisabeth authored twenty-four books in thirty-six languages and brought comfort to millions of people coping with their own deaths or the death of a loved one. Her greatest professional legacy includes teaching the practice of humane care for the dying and the importance of sharing unconditional love. Her work continues by the efforts of hundreds of organizations around the world, including The Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Foundation: EKRFoundation.org.

Ira Byock, MD, is a leading palliative care physician, author, and public advocate for improving care through the end of life. His research and writing have helped to define quality of life and quality of care for people living with advanced medical conditions. He has been involved in hospice and palliative care since 1978 and is a founding member and past president of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. From 1996 through 2006, he served as Director for Promoting Excellence in End-of-Life Care, a national grant program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

Dr. Byock is Chief Medical Officer of the Institute for Human Caring of Providence Health and Services system. From 2003 through July 2013 he directed the palliative care program at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire. Dr. Byock is a Professor of Medicine and Community & Family Medicine at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth.

More information is available at IraByock.org.