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Attending to Marginalization in The Chronic Pain Literature: A Scoping Review
Laura Connoy1, Michelle Solomon1, Riana Longo1
1Arthur and Sonia Labatt Family School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada.
Summary
This scoping review examines how equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization (EDI-D) are addressed in chronic pain research. It identifies gaps in understanding marginalization to improve support for diverse chronic pain populations.
Area of Science:
- Pain Research
- Health Equity
- Sociology of Health
Background:
- Growing focus on equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization (EDI-D) in chronic pain literature.
- Addressing historical and structural marginalization in chronic pain experiences.
Purpose of the Study:
- Scoping review of studies on chronic pain and marginalization.
- Map research methodologies, conceptualization of marginalization, and identify future directions.
- Enhance support for individuals with chronic pain from marginalized groups through EDI-D principles.
Main Methods:
- Scoping review utilizing critical analysis.
- Adherence to established scoping review frameworks and reporting guidelines.
- Systematic examination of 67 relevant studies.
Main Results:
- Descriptive and critical review of the literature.
- Identified themes: sociopolitical/socioeconomic contexts, sex vs. gender conflation, and varied descriptions of marginalized populations.
- Highlighted inconsistencies in conceptualizing and operationalizing marginalization in research.
Conclusions:
- Identified strengths and limitations in existing research.
- Opportunities for researchers to advance understanding of marginalization in chronic pain.
- Call for more comprehensive and inclusive approaches to chronic pain research and care.
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