Kristian Birch-Reichenwald Aars
1868–1917 (age 49)
Biography
Kristian Birch-Reichenwald Aars (1868–1917) worked from both scholarship and compassion to explore the human mind and the developing field of psychology. He challenged colleagues to see patients as whole persons, and he sought to bring psychological insight into everyday life.
His thoughtful lectures and writings nurtured a humane approach to education and care, and he is remembered at Vestre gravlund for the steady integrity with which he pursued understanding.