Embodied memories - exploring memorial tattoos through the lens of terror management theory.
Objectives: To delve into the phenomenon of memorial tattoos in Israel following the October 7, 2023, massacre, and the ensuing Iron Swords War utilizing Terror Management Theory. Methodology: A qualitative approach employing digital ethnography and visual content analysis was adopted to scrutinize...
| Publicado en: | Death Studies Vol. 50; no. 1; pp. 89 - 103 |
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
2026
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