Life Before Death

First published in 1973, this study describes the last 12 months in the lives of 785 adults. Based mainly on the reports of close relatives, it is concerned with the needs of the dying and the care they receive. This includes the more emotional aspects such as 'awareness' of dying and the effects of the death on relatives.

Ann Cartwright, Lisbeth Hockey and John L. Anderson

Acknowledgments. 1. Introduction 2. Needs and Care in the Last Year of Life 3. The Experiences of Some People with Particular Needs 4. Hospital and Institutional Care 5. The General Practitioner 6. The District Nurse 7. Other Community Services 8. Care From Relatives and Friends 9. Awareness and Information about Death and Illness 10. Death and Bereavement 11. Social Class and Area Variations 12. Summary and Conclusions. Appendices. References. Index.