Post by Deleted on May 30, 2011 3:51:58 GMT -5
I just stumbled over 2 studies on MCS and its impact on social life etc.
Gibson PR, Sledd LG, McEnroe WH, Vos AP.
Isolation and lack of access in multiple chemical sensitivity: A qualitative study.
Nurs Health Sci. 2011 May 20.
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21595819
Abstract
This paper describes a qualitative interview study of 26 persons with multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS), also referred to as chemical intolerance. We used a phenomenological perspective and planned to focus on the impact of MCS on relationships, but found that difficulty with accessing safe spaces at times prevented relationships by limiting access to personal interactions. Thus, persons with MCS either lost or were unable to cultivate new relationships as a result of lack of spatial access. Others' lack of understanding and refusal to make accommodations at times denied spatial access to those with MCS. In this way, relationships (relationality) and spatial access (spatiality) interacted with one another to keep persons isolated. In this paper, we describe informants' detailed experience of living with chemical intolerance in a culture where chemical exposures are commonplace.
Skovbjerg S, Brorson S, Rasmussen A, Johansen JD, Elberling J.
Impact of self-reported multiple chemical sensitivity on everyday life: a qualitative study.
Scand J Public Health. 2009 Aug;37(6):621-6. Epub 2009 May 1.
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19411319
Abstract
BACKGROUND:
Multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) is a descriptive term covering symptoms attributed to exposure to common airborne chemicals. There are no internationally accepted criteria, but it has been suggested that MCS is a chronic and disabling condition. However, details of the impact of MCS on everyday life are limited.
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RESULTS:
MCS may severely influence different aspects of everyday life, including lifestyle, social relations, and occupational conditions. Avoiding common airborne chemicals was the most prevalent coping strategy, which implied creating a chemical-free living space and limiting social activities. Experiences with healthcare management were overall reported as negative in terms of not receiving acknowledgement of the reported symptoms.
CONCLUSIONS:
MCS may have serious implications for daily functioning. Further research on individual consequences and the social and psychological factors that may be associated with MCS is needed in order to add to our understanding of this condition and to the provision of more satisfactory healthcare.
Gibson PR, Sledd LG, McEnroe WH, Vos AP.
Isolation and lack of access in multiple chemical sensitivity: A qualitative study.
Nurs Health Sci. 2011 May 20.
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21595819
Abstract
This paper describes a qualitative interview study of 26 persons with multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS), also referred to as chemical intolerance. We used a phenomenological perspective and planned to focus on the impact of MCS on relationships, but found that difficulty with accessing safe spaces at times prevented relationships by limiting access to personal interactions. Thus, persons with MCS either lost or were unable to cultivate new relationships as a result of lack of spatial access. Others' lack of understanding and refusal to make accommodations at times denied spatial access to those with MCS. In this way, relationships (relationality) and spatial access (spatiality) interacted with one another to keep persons isolated. In this paper, we describe informants' detailed experience of living with chemical intolerance in a culture where chemical exposures are commonplace.
Skovbjerg S, Brorson S, Rasmussen A, Johansen JD, Elberling J.
Impact of self-reported multiple chemical sensitivity on everyday life: a qualitative study.
Scand J Public Health. 2009 Aug;37(6):621-6. Epub 2009 May 1.
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19411319
Abstract
BACKGROUND:
Multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) is a descriptive term covering symptoms attributed to exposure to common airborne chemicals. There are no internationally accepted criteria, but it has been suggested that MCS is a chronic and disabling condition. However, details of the impact of MCS on everyday life are limited.
…
RESULTS:
MCS may severely influence different aspects of everyday life, including lifestyle, social relations, and occupational conditions. Avoiding common airborne chemicals was the most prevalent coping strategy, which implied creating a chemical-free living space and limiting social activities. Experiences with healthcare management were overall reported as negative in terms of not receiving acknowledgement of the reported symptoms.
CONCLUSIONS:
MCS may have serious implications for daily functioning. Further research on individual consequences and the social and psychological factors that may be associated with MCS is needed in order to add to our understanding of this condition and to the provision of more satisfactory healthcare.