A C-E-A Model for Death Education in Chinese Medical Students: Integrating Terror Management Theory and Cognitive-Experiential Self-Theory
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examines sociocultural and psychological barriers and proposes a culturally adapted C-E-A model for death education. The model outlines
a longitudinal framework integrating cultural reflection, experiential learning, and clinical practice to enhance medical students' end-of-life
competence and professional resilience.
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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.70711/mhr.v3i2.9468
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