How Does an Illness Become an Identity?

Offered By: TED via YouTube

Course Description

Overview

Explore the profound impact of illness and disability on personal identity in this thought-provoking TED talk. Discover how individuals find meaning and inspiration in their differences, challenging societal perceptions and embracing diversity as a unifying force. Gain insights into the complex relationship between health conditions and self-perception, and learn how embracing uniqueness can lead to personal growth and societal change.

Syllabus

How does an illness become an identity?

Taught by

TEDMED

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