Psychosocial oncology: The Omega Project
Abstract
This article reports on an interview with J. William Worden that focuses initially on the Omega Project (1968-1986) that studied end-of-life care. Worden explains the four phases of the project with specific populations, goals, and key concepts that emerged. The discussion then shifts to the development of psychosocial oncology and palliative care. Finally, Worden offers some thoughts on the development of the hospice movement in the United States, the role of religion in coping with mortality, coping with personal loss, and his advice to new medical or graduate students just starting out.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
Religion
Spirituality
and Psychology
Grief
Bereavement
and Mental Health
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Death Studies
- Publisher
- Informa UK Limited
- Pages
- 1–8
- Publication date
- 14 February 2026
- Language
- EN