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Chronic pain patients' need for recognition and their current struggle
1Department of Medical Ethics, CAU, Kiel, Germany. dominik.koesling@iem.uni-kiel.de.
Medicine, Health Care, and Philosophy
|July 14, 2021
Summary
Chronic pain patients often feel unrecognized and socially excluded. This study uses social philosophy to explore how the bio-psycho-social model can better address chronic pain
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Philosophy
- Medical Sociology
Background:
- Chronic pain patients experience significant social exclusion and lack of recognition for their multidimensional struggles.
- Existing bio-psycho-social models of pain inadequately address the specific social aspects and their impact on patient well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the social dimensions of chronic pain, focusing on patients' struggle for recognition.
- To propose theoretical and practical improvements to the bio-psycho-social model by incorporating social recognition.
Main Methods:
- Theoretical framework combining patient narratives with Axel Honneth's social philosophy on recognition.
- Analysis of social exclusion and the need for acknowledgement in chronic pain experiences.
Main Results:
- Chronic pain patients face both passive and active social exclusion, impacting their participation in daily life.
- There is a critical need for deeper theoretical consideration and practical implementation of social aspects within pain management.
Conclusions:
- Integrating social recognition principles can enhance the bio-psycho-social model's effectiveness in addressing chronic pain.
- This approach aims to provide a more comprehensive understanding and support for individuals suffering from chronic pain.
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