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[Body and existence].

C Hedberg1

  • 1Kvartersakuten, Stockholm.

Tidsskrift for Den Norske Laegeforening : Tidsskrift for Praktisk Medicin, Ny Raekke
|March 10, 1992
PubMed
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This study proposes integrating existential philosophy into medicine, particularly general practice. Understanding the patient's subjective experience and the meaning of symptoms is crucial for effective treatment decisions.

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Area of Science:

  • Integrative medicine
  • Philosophy of medicine
  • Existential psychology

Context:

  • Limitations of the biomedical model in understanding the human condition.
  • The subjective nature of patient experience and symptom perception.
  • The need for a holistic approach in general practice.

Purpose:

  • To propose an existential philosophical complement to the natural science paradigm in medicine.
  • To critique the dualistic assumptions of natural science regarding mind-body separation.
  • To explore the practical implications of existential meaning in patient treatment.

Summary:

  • Critiques the reductionist view of human nature in natural science, which separates mind and body.
  • Highlights how existential philosophy offers a richer understanding of the human experience.

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  • Demonstrates through case studies that the meaning patients ascribe to symptoms significantly impacts treatment choices.

    • Impact:

    • Enhances the understanding of patient-centered care in general practice.
    • Provides a framework for incorporating subjective meaning into medical decision-making.
    • Suggests a more comprehensive approach to healing by addressing the existential dimension of illness.