Sociol Health Illn July 2016 PMID 26865093

Hope is a four-letter word: riding the emotional rollercoaster of illness management.

Alexandra C H Nowakowski

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Mentions

10
Peak: 6 in Jun 2020
across 3 sources since Dec 2015

Extended reach

6,538
potential audience

Total likes

24

Video views

1,049

Mentions per month

Dec 2015 – Jun 2020

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter6 posts
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Facebook2 posts

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What people are saying

The discussions emphasize the significance of personal stories and ethnographic research in understanding illness, with examples like references to @XanNowakowski's work on cystic fibrosis and aging. The tone is informational and supportive, underscoring how these narratives deepen insights into emotional resilience and social norms related to chronic illness.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the value of personal narratives and research on living with chronic illness, aligning with the article's emphasis on emotional and social experiences.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, focusing on specific conditions like cystic fibrosis and the intersection with social identities, indicating engagement but not deep curiosity.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments often reference specific works and suggest looking into detailed autoethnographies, demonstrating active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight the importance of understanding lived experiences and social interactions, indicating meaningful influence on perspectives about illness management.

Abstract in brief

  • The author shares a personal story about trying a new medication to improve life while dealing with chronic illness, exploring how this experience affects emotions like hope and disappointment.
  • The essay combines personal experiences with research on social norms, aspirations, mental health, and illness management to analyze how individuals cope and feel during chronic illness treatment.
  • It emphasizes the importance of integrating different social and psychological perspectives to better understand the complex experiences of living with long-term health conditions.]

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JE Sumerau
@JSumerau · X

@PericlesPapal @DJROE95 @AcademicChatter You might want to check out @XanNowakowski work on living with cystic fibrosis & other chronic conditions while queer & trans, they have great autoethnographies in a few journals like https://t.co/MYLRaWqzVX

Jun 15, 2020 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 1,047 followers View post →
JE Sumerau
@JSumerau · X

Also, check out @XanNowakowski solo auto ethnographic work about aging, social interaction, and relationships with chronic illness (#cysticfibrosis specifically) in @SHIjournal at https://t.co/YzvpUapkeu 3/10

Jun 18, 2020 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 1,047 followers View post →
Dr. Xan Nowakowski
@XanNowakowski · X

RT @JSumerau: Also, check out @XanNowakowski solo auto ethnographic work about aging, social interaction, and relationships with chronic il…

Jun 18, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,434 followers View post →
Dr. Xan Nowakowski
@XanNowakowski · X

RT @JSumerau: @PericlesPapal @DJROE95 @AcademicChatter You might want to check out @XanNowakowski work on living with cystic fibrosis & oth…

Jun 15, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,434 followers View post →
Write Where It Hurts
@writewherehurts · X

RT @JSumerau: @PericlesPapal @DJROE95 @AcademicChatter You might want to check out @XanNowakowski work on living with cystic fibrosis & oth…

Jun 15, 2020 · 2 shares · 252 followers View post →
Write Where It Hurts
@writewherehurts · X

RT @JSumerau: Also, check out @XanNowakowski solo auto ethnographic work about aging, social interaction, and relationships with chronic il…

Jun 18, 2020 · 2 shares · 252 followers View post →

All mentions

Write Where It Hurts
@writewherehurts · X

RT @JSumerau: Also, check out @XanNowakowski solo auto ethnographic work about aging, social interaction, and relationships with chronic il…

Jun 18, 2020 · 2 shares · 252 followers View post →
Dr. Xan Nowakowski
@XanNowakowski · X

RT @JSumerau: Also, check out @XanNowakowski solo auto ethnographic work about aging, social interaction, and relationships with chronic il…

Jun 18, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,434 followers View post →
JE Sumerau
@JSumerau · X

Also, check out @XanNowakowski solo auto ethnographic work about aging, social interaction, and relationships with chronic illness (#cysticfibrosis specifically) in @SHIjournal at https://t.co/YzvpUapkeu 3/10

Jun 18, 2020 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 1,047 followers View post →
Write Where It Hurts
@writewherehurts · X

RT @JSumerau: @PericlesPapal @DJROE95 @AcademicChatter You might want to check out @XanNowakowski work on living with cystic fibrosis & oth…

Jun 15, 2020 · 2 shares · 252 followers View post →
Dr. Xan Nowakowski
@XanNowakowski · X

RT @JSumerau: @PericlesPapal @DJROE95 @AcademicChatter You might want to check out @XanNowakowski work on living with cystic fibrosis & oth…

Jun 15, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,434 followers View post →
JE Sumerau
@JSumerau · X

@PericlesPapal @DJROE95 @AcademicChatter You might want to check out @XanNowakowski work on living with cystic fibrosis & other chronic conditions while queer & trans, they have great autoethnographies in a few journals like https://t.co/MYLRaWqzVX

Jun 15, 2020 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 1,047 followers View post →