Annie Brashem and I explore palliative and hospice care for people with terminal illnesses. We talk about some heavy but important topics. Our main goal with this episode is to highlight the importance of aligning medical care with patients' values and goals, self-compassion, and the need for emotional and logistical support for patients and their families.

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death, dying, and medical aid in dying (formerly known as physician-assisted suicide)

Read the full summary in a blog post here: https://www.thechronicillnesstherapist.com/blog/the-compassionate-guide-to-palliative-amp-hospice-care-with-annie-brashem-lcsw

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Disclaimer: Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist or medical professional in your state of residence.