TY - BOOK AU - Sanders,Mary Anne TI - Nearing death awareness: a guide to the language, visions and dreams of the dying SN - 9781843108573 (paperback) PY - 2007/// CY - London PB - Jessica Kingsley KW - Death KW - Psychological aspects KW - Terminally ill KW - Psychology KW - Terminal care KW - Religious aspects KW - Religious life N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index N2 - Dying is a complex experience for the dying person and their family, friends, and carers, that involves all aspects of what it means to be human: physical, mental, and spiritual. The author describes different types of Nearing Death Awareness (NDA), including visions, dreams, and symbolic language, and offers practical guidance for family and carers of the dying about how to respond appropriately and supportively to NDA behavior. This sensitive and informative book will make fascinating reading not only for anyone who is likely to accompany a dying person, but for anyone with an interest in spirituality ER -