Kritický pohľad na teóriu etáp umierania Elisabeth Kübler-Rossovej
A Critical Review of the Theory of the Stages of Dying by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

Summary/Abstract: In the mid-20th century, Elisabeth Kűbler-Ross described five stages (denial, anger, negotiation, depression, and acceptance) through which the dying passes. Her work was highly appreciated, she opened a new stage in exploring the process of dying, and her findings from interviews with the dying are still part of the curriculum at health schools. In the scientific community, however, these conclusions are questioned, especially because of the absence of scientific work methodologists. Many authors point out that the uncritical acceptance of Kubeler-Ross theory can be detrimental to patients and carers, as they are not obligated to respect individual differences in the process of dying individuals. The author gives an overview of various critical views of the dying theory of Kubler-Ross, but does not deny that her theory opens the door (breaking the long-standing taboo) for a new stage in exploring the process of dying and death.

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