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Area of Science:

  • Medical Sociology
  • Healthcare Management
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Dehumanization is frequently observed in medical environments but lacks direct investigation.
  • Everyday dehumanization in healthcare is often unconscious and unintentional.
  • Structural and organizational factors in healthcare contribute to dehumanization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the dual effects (helpful and hurtful) of dehumanization on patient outcomes.
  • To examine the impact of dehumanization on healthcare provider well-being.
  • To adopt both patient and healthcare provider perspectives on dehumanization.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative exploration of dehumanization experiences.
  • Analysis from patient and healthcare provider viewpoints.
  • Literature review on dehumanization in medical settings.

Main Results:

  • Dehumanization can negatively affect patient outcomes and provider well-being.
  • Unintentional dehumanization stems from systemic healthcare issues.
  • Both patients and providers experience the effects of dehumanization.

Conclusions:

  • Further research is needed for direct assessment of dehumanization in healthcare.
  • Focusing on mental illness and comorbid conditions is essential.
  • Understanding dehumanization in relation to emotion regulation is a key future direction.