Another world Quote by I. A. R. Wylie
“Unconsciously we grow to look upon the sick as people of another world.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Social commentary, 1938
He observes that people distance themselves from the sick, seeing them as otherworldly.
In simple terms: Society alienates the ill.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate empathy for the ill.
Themes
health
otherness
empathy
Mood
somber
critical
Type
social
psychological
When to use this quote
- hospital care
- public health policy
Key Concepts
social alienation
psychological distance
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we view illness as “other”?
- How can we reduce social distance?
A Different Perspective
Stigma can impede effective care.
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