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Different Cultural Beliefs on Death and Dying Practices
Death and Dying Practices Around the World
North America
South America
Europe
Asia
Australia and New Zealand
Africa
Antarctica
Unique Death and Dying Practices
Do Some Cultures Celebrate Death?
What Happens After Death in Different Religious?
Christian Beliefs on Death and Dying
Islamic Thoughts on Death
Hindu Beliefs
Death and Buddhism
Jewish Death and Dying Customs
Atheist Beliefs About Passing Away
Providing Culturally Competent Care
What Are the Five Types of Death?
How Does Culture Influence Death?

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Different Cultural Beliefs on Death and Dying Practices
By Gabrielle Applebury M.A., Marriage and Family Therapy
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Culture brings people together from varying backgrounds who all share a similar belief system. Thoughts on death and what may or may not come next have varied greatly from culture to culture, with each group expressing unique opinions. Remember that every individual's belief will vary and can be on a spectrum even if they identify with a certain practice. Death and Dying Practices Around the World
Death and dying practices vary throughout the world and are impacted by many factors which may include culture, religion, personal beliefs, and community traditions. North America
In North America, many individuals incorporate specific religious beliefs, as well as contemporary end-of-life options. Some individuals choose more eco-friendly burials such as bio-urns, while others prefer cremation or traditional burials in a casket. Those in North America may hold wakes before the funeral service, have traditional funerals or celebrations of life, as well as post-funeral receptions to honor the deceased individual. The grieving process can vary depending on what each culture considers an acceptable loss versus not. Native American death rituals center on helping the spirit of the deceased individual leave their body, while using the seasons and nature to guide the overall burial process.