Dying patients who refuse to discuss death or appear to be denying their situation may have worked out a reasonable coping strategy that is advantageous in their particular situation.

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Some dying patients may find discussing death or acknowledging their situation too overwhelming or anxiety-provoking, and may instead focus on positive or distracting aspects of their life. This can be a reasonable coping strategy for them, and should be respected as such.

Dying Patients Who Refuse to Discuss Death or Appear to Be