The Annals of the American Academy of Political and Social Science · 1980 · 14 citations · 0 references
HumanitiesFamily MedicineHistoryHistoriographyMedical EthicsMedical SociologyDeath BeliefsDeath EthicsMedical HistoryMortality HistoryAttitudes Toward AutopsyBeliefs About Death And DyingCultural Beliefs About DeathFamily Decision-making In DyingHistory Of Medical TechnologyMeaning Of DyingPhilosophy Of DeathTheology Of Death
Man has always been concerned with and has devised strategic attitudes toward death. Since 1960 there has been a burgeoning of interest, as evidenced by the increase in writings about death, and a distinct shift in conceptualization. The literature is surveyed indicating the loci of increased interest, exploring the concerns of different groups—physicians, family members, clergymen, historians—and discussing the effects of modern life such as the impact of advanced medical technology.