Psych Of Grief Lesson 1

Front 1

Discuss your reaction to the “Prologue” at the front of the text and what it means to you.

Back 1

The Prologue, The Horse on the Dining-Room Table, reminded me of the saying about the “elephant in the room”, which refers to an obvious truth that is being ignored. The horse obviously represents death in this situation and the often-times awkward situation it causes for both the dying and those around them. This story points out that the horse is going to be present regardless of how the situation is addressed. When the situation is ignored, it led to a certain amount of discomfort but when the situation was addressed it de-emphasized the horse’s presence. Speaking gently and openly about death essentially renders the horse or death less powerful and leaves room for more open and meaningful discourse.

Front 2

During the 1960’s and early 1970’s how was death regarded as a topic in American society?

Back 2

Death was regarded as taboo topic, a subject that was somehow not acceptable for scholarly research, education, and public discussion.

Front 3

Describe what a “teachable moment” is. Give an example.

Back 3

Teachable moments are the unanticipated events in life that offer important occasions for developing useful educational insights and lessons, as well as for personal growth.

Front 4

Identify the four central dimensions of death education.

Back 4

Cognitive
Affective
Behavioral
Valuational

Hint 4

CAB Victor