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How Caitlin Doughty is Rethinking Death
WATCH: Bringing Conversations About Death to Life
Caitlin Doughty is a licensed mortician who advocates for more family involvement and control following the death of a loved one. She wants to make conversations about death more accessible and acceptable. She spoke with "SoCal Connected" reporter Cara Santa Maria on how to approach the subject of death and dying. In this extended interview, Doughty dispels misconceptions about death and provides insight on what to do when a loved one passes.
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