Medical humanities
Medical humanities is an interdisciplinary field of medicine which includes the humanities (philosophy, ethics, history, comparative literature and religion), social science (psychology, sociology, anthropology, cultural studies, health geography) and the arts (literature, theater, film, and visual arts) and their application to medical education and practice.
History[edit | edit source]
The field of medical humanities has its roots in the ancient practice of medicine, where the art of healing was often closely tied with the humanities. The modern field, however, began to take shape in the 20th century, particularly after World War II, when advances in medical technology and practices led to a greater need for a humanistic approach to medicine.
Importance[edit | edit source]
The medical humanities are important for several reasons. They provide a broader context for understanding health, illness, and medical practice. They can help medical practitioners to understand the human condition, to communicate effectively with patients, and to make informed and ethical decisions. They can also help to humanize medicine, by reminding practitioners of the personal and emotional aspects of their work.
Applications[edit | edit source]
The medical humanities have a wide range of applications in medical education and practice. They can be used in teaching and learning, to enhance the understanding and communication skills of medical students. They can also be used in research, to explore the social, cultural, and ethical dimensions of health and illness. In addition, they can be used in clinical practice, to improve patient care and outcomes.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Health humanities
- Narrative medicine
- Medical ethics
- Medical sociology
- Medical anthropology
- Medical history
- Medical philosophy
- Medical psychology
- Medical geography
- Medical literature
- Medical theater
- Medical film
- Medical visual arts
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