Ida Melander: Speaking of endometriosis

How does language shape the way people experience endometriosis? Ida Melander’s research explores how our words influence the perception of the illness and how endometriosis is understood. How can language help us in expressing our feelings, and offering support to others?
Ida Melander is a researcher and Senior Lecturer in Swedish Language at Örebro University, Sweden. Her 2022 PhD dissertation investigates discussions about endometriosis on the online forum Familjeliv, in patient referrals for specialist care, and on Instagram.
The video is part of the digital exhibition Pain Unseen: Narratives of Endometrios, produced as part of the EU-project #ENDOs. The #ENDOs project is a European initiative supported by the Erasmus Plus #education and #training program, dedicated to the education and support of adults facing chronic illnesses, with a particular focus on endometriosis.
Read more about the project: endostories.eu
Visit the exhibition: kvinnohistoriska.se/pain-unseen
The project is funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the National Agency. Neither the European Union nor National Agency can be held responsible for them.