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The ambiguous dying syndrome
- Author:
- BERN-KLUG Mercedes
- Journal article citation:
- Health and Social Work, 29(1), February 2004, pp.55-65.
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
Many people die without ever being considered 'dying' or 'at the end of life'. These people may miss out on the opportunity to close important relationships and make financial and legal arrangements that can benefit themselves and their survivors. They may inadvertently forgo palliative care that is available to comfort them physically, emotionally and spiritually. This American article calls
Clinical social work practice at the end of life
- Authors:
- ZILBERFEIN Felice, HURWITZ Elizabeth
- Journal article citation:
- Smith College Studies in Social Work, 73(3), 2003, pp.299-324.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Social workers play a vital role with patients and families who are facing chronic illness and the end of life. This article uses a case-based approach to illustrate the following dynamics: coping with death anxiety, dying with dignity, the role of hope, and the value of developing a holding environment. Implications for social work practice are provided which highlight strategies for managing
How do we tell the children?
- Author:
- MARSHALL Julie
- Journal article citation:
- Rostrum Magazine, 111, January 2013, p.11.
- Publisher:
- British Association of Social Workers (Scotland)
The author argues for a more open and honest approach when supporting bereaved children argues for a more open and honest approach when supporting bereaved children. (Publisher abstract)
Advance care planning throughout the end-of-life: focusing the lens for social work practice
- Author:
- BLACK Kathy
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Work in End-of-Life and Palliative Care, 3(2), November 2007, pp.39-58.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia
Three trajectories of decline represent the end-of-life course for some 95% of Americans: a short period of rapid decline (generally as the result of cancer) affecting some 20%; slow decline, with intermittent serious episodes (generally chronic heart failure or emphysema) affecting some 25%; and long term dwindling (generally physical frailty or serious cognitive failure) followed by death from a minor physiological problem, affecting some 40%. Advance care planning is thus increasingly important, and this paper discusses the needs related to each of the three trajectories, emphasising the particular skills of social workers in facilitating such planning throughout the end-of-life course with both individuals and their families. However, further research is needed to explore the specific needs of each trajectory, and how advance care planning is best conducted logistically and clinically. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
Case study of Milton, "The Cowboy"
- Author:
- KIRCHHOFF Linda
- Journal article citation:
- Smith College Studies in Social Work, 73(3), 2003, pp.463-478.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This American case study documents the social worker's five-month journey with a "homeless" man dying of lung cancer. It describes a unique therapeutic relationship, one whose landscape included traversing issues of ethics, personal and professional boundaries and burnout. The complexity of this case study is a reminder of the uniqueness of each human being, the impact of poverty and race in the experience of dying, and the opportunity for personal growth that emerges in tackling the most challenging cases.
Social work, religion, and palliative care
- Author:
- WIEBE Martha
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Religion and Spirituality in Social Work, 33(3-4), 2014, pp.339-352.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The profession of social work has deep roots in organised religion. While courses on spirituality have recently been on the curriculum in some schools of social work, religion is not incorporated into social work programmes. In spite of a decline in church attendance in Canada, religion continues to be a salient force in the lives of many people particularly when they are nearing the end of life. Social workers working in palliative care need to be knowledgeable of religion and have sensitivity to religious practices. This requires a familiarity with religious language and skills in supporting people who look to religion for answers to the meaning and purpose in their lives and their deaths. It is frequently in times of crisis and uncertainty that people’s faith becomes central. Social workers need the skills to support them on the end of life journey. (Edited publisher abstract)
Human growth and development: an introduction for social workers
- Author:
- SUDBERY John
- Publisher:
- Routledge
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 384p.
- Place of publication:
- London
... and adolescence, adulthood and ageing, and finally, dying, grief and mourning. Each chapter includes case studies, overviews, summaries, questions and further reading. A reference section contains a glossary and overviews of the principal theories discussed throughout the book. The book is aimed at social work students.
Social work and end-of-life care for older people: a historical perspective
- Author:
- LUPTAK Martin
- Journal article citation:
- Health and Social Work, 29(1), February 2004, pp.7-15.
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
Reviews societal changes related to death in the United States and chronicles the developments in social work practice with and for dying people and their families in the 20th century, leading up to the 1993 policy statement of the National Association of Social Workers on end-of-life decision making, which reinforced that client self-determination, a fundamental principle of social work, should apply to people planning for their deaths or undergoing a dying process. After identifying limitations in policies and practices, suggestions are offered to promote competent social work practice and enhance end-of-life care, particularly with reference to the dying process of older people.
Out-of-hours palliative care in the community: continuing care for the dying at home
- Author:
- THOMAS Keri
- Publisher:
- Macmillan
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 46p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
This report summarises the out-of-hours palliative care services currently delivered. It demonstrates the need for better services and makes recommendations for improving provision. The report gives examples of good practice in this area.