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While we want to live life to the fullest, there comes a time in our lives when we experience loss and grief, especially as we get older. In this compassionate and candid conversation, gerontologist Sally Duplantier and clinical psychologist Dr. Mark Moore will explore the unique dynamics of navigating loss and grief as we age, acknowledging the multifaceted challenges and transformation it brings. Dr. Moore will provide insights and strategies for fostering resilience and finding meaning amidst profound changes. Drawing on psychological research and personal narratives, this session aims to cultivate a supportive space for individuals to navigate the intricate journey of living with loss and grief in later stages of life.

Dr. Mark Moore is a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst who works in private practice in Philadelphia. From 2004-2014, Dr. Moore was the Director of Psychological Services at the Abramson Cancer Center at Pennsylvania Hospital. From 2014-2020, he was the Director of the Psychotherapy Training Program at the Psychoanalytic Center of Philadelphia, where he is currently the Curriculum Chair and Education Division Chair. Dr. Moore was a recipient of the 2020 Edith Sabshin Teaching Award from the American Psychoanalytic Association, and he leads a monthly teaching forum for psychoanalytic faculty. Dr. Moore’s clinical work focuses on self-understanding, the creation of meaning, and the role of play in emotional well-being. He also has a longstanding interest in health issues, notably chronic illness, losses, and life transitions associated with cancer and the fear of dying.