End Of Life

Through a careful examination of historical contexts and contemporary healthcare systems, the book reveals how attitudes toward death have evolved from ancient times to the present, particularly highlighting the shift from home deaths to institutional settings. It draws upon extensive medical research, anthropological studies, and healthcare data to provide evidence-based insights into palliative care, advance directives, and healthcare decision-making.

The interdisciplinary approach effectively connects medicine with anthropology, psychology, and law, demonstrating the multifaceted nature of end-of-life care. The book progresses logically from theoretical understanding to practical application, beginning with cultural attitudes toward death across different societies before delving into modern medical capabilities and limitations. Later chapters focus on decision-making frameworks and navigating healthcare systems during end-of-life situations.

Written in an accessible academic style, it serves as an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals, social workers, counselors, and general readers seeking to understand this universal yet often avoided subject.