Course description
This course introduces students to thanatology; the study of death and dying. Students will develop an understanding of the broad, interdisciplinary nature of thanatology and will explore personal attitudes and experiences of death. Current issues and topics in thanatology such as near death experiences, death in the arts and media, and the business of the funeral industry will also be explored.
Course details
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Textbook title: The Ultimate Challenge: Coping with Death, Dying and Bereavement Author: Marilyn Hadad Publisher: Nelson Education Edition: ISBN: 9780176104337
Host college: CL