Invited Commentary
Commentary on “Providing Guidance to Patients Physicians’ Views About the Relative Responsibilities of Doctors and Religious Communities”
Abstract
My mother and I joined a grief support group at her retirement center shortly after my father died. Mr S., a recent widower, joined the group at approximately the same time. He was depressed and withdrawn. His rare comments during discussions revealed how his wife’s death had devastated him. Despite successful military and business careers, an attentive daughter, and comfortable surroundings at the retirement center, Mr S. believed his life had no further purpose.This content is limited to qualifying members.
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