Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
Elisabeth Kübler-Ross was a Swiss-American psychiatrist who revolutionized the understanding of death and dying.
Her 1969 book "On Death and Dying" introduced the widely recognized five stages of grief model.
Kübler-Ross was a pioneer in near-death studies and taught extensively on death and dying in various academic and medical settings.
She was honored as one of the most important thinkers of the 20th century by Time magazine and received numerous honorary degrees.
Her work significantly impacted how society approaches death and grief, earning her induction into the National Women's Hall of Fame in 2007.
Kübler-Ross's contributions continue to influence psychology, medicine, and palliative care.
