Publications by authors named "Sophia Rose Evstigneev"
[Loneliness at the end of life].
Bundesgesundheitsblatt Gesundheitsforschung Gesundheitsschutz
October 2024
Advanced incurable diseases are often accompanied by numerous losses and burdens as the disease progresses, leading to a loss of autonomy, self-determination, and dignity for those affected, all of which can subsequently promote feelings of loneliness at the end of life. Declining health, increasing symptom burden, loss of social roles, and the fear of death and dying are among the key risk factors for loneliness towards the end of life. In this article, we provide an overview of the different dimensions of loneliness experienced at the end of life.
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- - The article highlights the avoidance of discussions about death and dying in patient care, particularly for those with terminal illnesses.
- - It examines the reasons for this fear and emphasizes the importance of addressing death-related topics to strengthen relationships with patients and in personal interactions.
- - The authors advocate for incorporating conversations about impermanence into medical and nursing education as essential for professional development.