Article,
The illness experience: state of knowledge and perspectives for research
Sociology of Health & Illness, 25 (3): 4--22 (2003)
DOI: 10.1111/1467-9566.t01-1-00337
Abstract
Abstract Over the last quarter of a century, research on the illness experience has thrived. Publications on this subject are reviewed in relation to three themes: subjectivity; coping actions and strategies for managing everyday life; and the social structure. Sociology of Health and Illness has contributed significantly to this field. In conclusion, research perspectives are suggested for tackling the problems in passing from a micro to a macro level of analysis.
