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Work and Unseen Chronic Illness: Silent Voices (Routledge Advances in Management and Business Studies)
Author(s): Margaret Vickers (Author)
- Publisher: Routledge
- Publication Date: 7 Jun. 2001
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 232 pages
- ISBN-10: 0415243475
- ISBN-13: 9780415243476
Book Description
In an increasingly ageing society, medicine, hygiene and nutrition have reduced the impact of acute and life-threatening illnesses. However, whilst we are living longer, the chance of developing or contracting a chronic illness is increasing. There are a growing number of working adults affected by chronic health conditions that may be largely invisible to those around them. In this book, the author explores the ‘silent’ problem of unseen illness at work. The author employs qualitative research methods to challenge the idea that if you look well, you must be well. While demonstrating the effectiveness of this controversial methodology, she uses it to expose the voices of a group of marginalized workplace actors who have hitherto remained unheard. Stories from people with cancer, multiple sclerosis, endometriosis and other illnesses are interspersed with the author’s reflections about life and work with illness that others cannot see. These stories reflect a passage of trauma and marginalization, but also foreground themes of survival.
Editorial Reviews
Review
‘The book contains positive stories of survival and makes interesting reading for those involved with managing employee health.’ – IRS Employment Review
About the Author
Vickers, Margaret
