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ADEC 31st Annual Conference
April 15-18, 2009
Dallas, Texas, USA
Catch up on what you missed! Buy your copy of ADEC Conference Recordings
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Handbook of Thanatology
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What's a Thanatologist?
A thanatologist is a professional with specialized education and/or certification in dying, death and bereavement  whose professional responsibilities include working with the dying and/or bereaved. ADEC members are primarily counselors and death educators. Find a thanatologist in your area using our directory.

Statement on Studies of Grief Counseling
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ADEC has assembled resources to help people who are dealing with grief and loss. Learn more.


 

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SAVE THE DATE FOR 2009
ADEC 31st Annual Conference
April 15-18, 2009

Hyatt Regency Dallas
Dallas, Texas USA

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