Elizabeth Kubler-Ross

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross was a Swiss psychiatrist best known for her work on grief and the emotional responses to terminal illness. In her 1969 book, "On Death and Dying," she introduced the five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. This model describes how individuals often cope with loss or impending death, though not everyone experiences all stages. Kübler-Ross's work revolutionized the way society understands dying and bereavement, emphasizing the need for compassionate care and support for those facing life-threatening illnesses and their families. Her contributions have shaped modern palliative care and the psychology of grief.