The end of Life is often about tangible and reality-basedgoals that focus on the needs of the dying person and that accepting that deathis a part of the developmental path is an adaptive measure to helping the dyingperson meet those goals. 

Post: *Note: The following content deals with end of lifeand could be difficult to address and/or emotional for some. Before reading on,please take a moment to center yourself and do what is necessary to get in ahealthy and peaceful space to address this important developmental topic.* 

Review the various aspects that contribute to an appropriatedeath. In what ways can the dying persons loved ones and the medical communityhelp ensure that the goals for an appropriate death are met? Discuss how allpeople/society can do more for those in Late Adulthood and then into End ofLife to achieve a sense of a purposeful life that will lead to a peaceful andgood death.