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'This is a well written book that makes a very useful addition to the field' - Therapy Today, February 2009
'A refreshing, down-to-earth text that examines theory and research without becoming an academic tome. It is comprehensive, focused on practice and contains important insights for developing the essential skills required to provide effective bereavement care' - Dr John Costello, Head of Primary Care, University of Manchester
Excellent resource for bereavement training and counselling. Good mixture of theoretical concepts, case studies, practical coping strategies and quotes.
This is a valuable teaching resources when teaching about end of life care, the theories of grief and cultural differences in coping with death.
Often the topic of thanatology is taught through health care/studies, but I have the unique opportunity to teach 'the psychology of death' through 3rd psychology modules. At lot of the standard text books are from the 1970s, and have not advanced greatly in terms of changes to the research (e.g. Schulz and Kastenbaum). Therefore, students often have to track down second-hand books. In ''Dying, Death and Grief'' by Mallon, this texts provides provides an excellent concise summary of key thanatological issues.
Well written, focuses on practice. A very readable chapter on spirituality, religion, culture and rituals.
easy to read and digest, for students and tutors alike
