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The chemical life(1).

Nathan Hodges1

  • 1a Department of Communication , University of South Florida.

Health Communication
|June 7, 2014
PubMed
Summary
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This autoethnography explores our daily chemical lives, examining perceptions of natural vs. artificial substances and societal messages surrounding chemicals. It highlights how cultural views shape our understanding of chemical consumption and its impact.

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Area of Science:

  • Sociology of Science
  • Cultural Studies
  • Health Communication

Background:

  • Daily life is permeated by chemicals, influencing health and societal norms.
  • Public discourse often dichotomizes chemicals as 'natural' or 'artificial,' 'healthy' or 'unhealthy.'
  • Understanding these perceptions is crucial for navigating our chemical environment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To initiate a dialogue on the concept of 'chemical lives' through personal narrative.
  • To explore the influence of societal messages on the perception and valuation of different chemicals.
  • To analyze the cultural and relational aspects of chemical consumption.

Main Methods:

  • A narrative autoethnographic approach was employed.
  • The author practiced chemical mindfulness throughout daily experiences.

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  • Personal reflections were used to examine societal messages about chemicals.

    • Main Results:

    • Taken-for-granted ideas about natural/artificial and healthy/unhealthy chemicals were questioned.
    • The study reveals how cultural messages shape individual and collective understanding of chemical substances.
    • The personal experience of chemical consumption is shown to be culturally and relationally embedded.

    Conclusions:

    • Autoethnography offers a unique lens to understand our complex chemical lives.
    • Societal messages significantly influence our relationship with chemicals, leading to varied perceptions and judgments.
    • Recognizing the cultural construction of chemical meanings is essential for informed discourse.