SOCL 226Perspectives on Death and Dying

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Explores universal behaviors, attitudes, emotions, and beliefs related to death, dying, and bereavement. In order to better understand ourselves and others, this course examines the cultural context of death, personal meaning of death at different stages in the life cycle, and the effect of death upon surviving family members and society. This course covers historical, psychological, sociological, cultural, physiological, religious, spiritual, ethical and legal viewpoints worldwide along with exploration of personal reactions to death, dying and bereavement. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions. Same As: PSYC 226. Credit can be earned for one course only.