[Solved] Dying Within Various Cultures

COMPETENCIES ADDRESSED:

Focusing on issues of dying and grieving specific to cases of suicide.
Describing the practices related to death and dying within various cultures, with particular emphasis upon the United States.
Identifying sources of information for use by one’s self, professionals, and the public who are addressing issues of death and dying of others.
Exploring areas of thanatology that require further research.

TO DO:

1. Read the following articles prior to responding to Discussion 2:

2. Answer the following questions:

a. Who are the people attempting suicide here and worldwide?

b. How can suicide be prevented on an individual level, community, medical, and government?

3. Pose your own question.