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Religion and Spiritualityat the End of Life
Jordan McNeely
“Tasks” of Dying
• Forgiving others• Receiving forgiveness• Accepting what one has accomplished and
become• Saying goodbye
Positives Aspects
• Less drive to be in control • Rely on God’s love and wisdom• Look forward to a life after death
Negative Aspects
• Have increased distress– Fear judgment – Damnation
• Seek help for clergy
Non-Religious Person
• Still have to accomplish “tasks”• Very little research on coping • Greater attention to emotional care
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