This Chapter Uses Kastenbaum's Concept of a "Death System" to Draw

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Essay

This chapter uses Kastenbaum's concept of a "death system" to draw together information about death-related encounters, attitudes, and practices. Respond to the following three requirements:
a. Define what is meant by a death system.
b. Identify, briefly explain, and give an example of each of the components of a death system.
c. Identify, briefly explain, and give an example of each of the functions of a death system.

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Definitions:

Collective

Pertaining to a group acting as a whole, often highlighting the shared or joint efforts and outcomes.

Relational

Pertaining to the way in which two or more concepts, objects, or people are connected.

Group Socialization

The process by which individuals learn and adapt to the norms, values, and behaviors necessary to function within a group.

Social Norms

The unwritten rules and expectations about appropriate behavior that guide individual actions in social situations and groups.