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  • Palliative Care
  • Psychology
  • Existential Philosophy

Background:

  • Human existence is finite, prompting a search for meaning, especially when facing death.
  • Existential concerns (death, isolation, meaning, freedom, dignity) are inherent psychological issues in palliative care.
  • Addressing these existential issues is a critical challenge in palliative care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of common existential concerns in palliative care.
  • To discuss psychotherapeutic interventions for existential distress.
  • To enhance the understanding and management of psychological issues in end-of-life care.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existential concerns in palliative care.
  • Synthesis of psychotherapeutic approaches for existential distress.
  • Qualitative analysis of common themes in end-of-life psychological distress.

Main Results:

  • Identified key existential concerns: inevitability of death, isolation, loss of meaning, freedom, and dignity.
  • Outlined various psychotherapeutic interventions tailored to address these concerns.
  • Highlighted the importance of integrating psychological support into palliative care.

Conclusions:

  • Existential distress is a significant aspect of palliative care.
  • Psychotherapeutic interventions are crucial for managing existential concerns.
  • Effective management requires a comprehensive approach to psychological and existential well-being in patients nearing end-of-life.