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Media portrayal of spinal cord injury and its impact on lived experiences: a phenomological study.

Leanne ReesMerryn SherwoodNora Shields
Published in: Spinal cord (2021)
People with SCI perceived a narrow and inaccurate portrayal of SCI in media that overlooked potential quality of life, overshadowed health and life domains they considered important and reinforced the idea that SCI can be overcome. People with SCI were mostly concerned with what was absent in media portrayal of SCI rather than what was present. Action for change lies in promoting information, expanding narratives and raising awareness to diverse abilities of people with SCI.
Keyphrases
  • spinal cord injury
  • spinal cord
  • neuropathic pain
  • mental health
  • healthcare
  • physical activity
  • depressive symptoms
  • health information
  • social support
  • social media
  • human health