In contrast to those of many other cultures, people in the United States:

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People in the United States tend to be death avoiders and death deniers compared to many other cultures. This can be seen in the way death is typically handled in the US, such as the use of euphemisms and avoidance of discussing death and dying. While some individuals in the US may have deep religious beliefs associated with death, as a whole this is not representative of the culture. There is not necessarily greater exposure to rituals associated with death either, as many families in the US may choose cremation or other non-traditional methods of handling the remains of their loved ones. While individuals may certainly experience great losses when a family member dies, this is not unique to the US culture.

In Contrast to Those of Many Other Cultures, People in the United