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'I'm Not a Doctor'

Deconstructing Accounts of Coping, Causes and Control of Dizziness

Lucy Yardley

University College London, UK

Sandra Beech

University College London, UK

This article deconstructs accounts of coping with dizziness and causes of dizziness, using content analysis of interviews with 37 sufferers. Interviewees claimed that they were determined to cope, but were unable to master their illness. They reported attempting to conceal their problem and cope independently, but also admitted to relying on help from others. Most interviewees denied having any idea of what might cause dizziness, but nevertheless suggested several causes. These partly contradictory discourses arise in a context where people with chronic illness must simultaneously demonstrate that they are physically ill but socially responsible. Hence they are prompted to adopt the sanctioned role of a passive patient, rather than engaging actively in the interpretation and management of their symptoms.

Key Words: attributions • deconstruction, dizziness • illness perceptions, vertigo

Journal of Health Psychology, Vol. 3, No. 3, 313-327 (1998)
DOI: 10.1177/135910539800300303
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