To identify and evaluate the social and personal consequences of studying death and dying.
To assess the current state of thanatology and to suggest concerns that should be addressed.
To appraise the difficulties in bridging research and practice in thanatology.
To identify the features inherent in creating "compassionate cities."
To analyze speculation about attitudes and practices related to death in the future and to assess the potential effects of these changes on individuals and society.
To identify and appraise for oneself the qualities associated with an appropriate death.
