Abstract
In this chapter, I discuss the idea of patient empowerment in the context of chronic disease care. I discuss the concepts of knowledge, power, and action in relation to self care practices, and I introduce the notion of epistemological empowerment as a means of rethinking chronic care and, more generally, our healthcare systems.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Empowering Users through Design |
Subtitle of host publication | Interdisciplinary Studies and Combined Approaches for Technological Products and Services |
Publisher | Springer International Publishing |
Pages | 267-280 |
Number of pages | 14 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783319130187 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783319130170 |
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Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2015 |