One of the most interesting (from a clinical perspective) things about a prolonged dying process is how efficiently you speed-run the individual and relationship dysfunctions of the person passing. You really get a crash course in the person’s psychology.
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It's a very stressful time and it doesn't usually bring out the best in people unfortunately.
I know a couple death doulas, and my understanding is that that's the sort of thing they combat but they can be hard to find.
I don't feel like 10-year-olds should have to deal with that stuff and I had no idea how to help her through it.