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Introducing hope in design for health and well-being

Abstract

Health and well-being are fundamental aspects of life, directly impacting the quality of life. Hope is a phenomenon that significantly relates to the quality of life. The purpose of this paper is to introduce hope in the context of design for health and well-being. By exploring the intersection of design, health, and hope, we can create outcomes that are not only functional and address immediate needs but also increase resilience and foster a sense of optimism and empowerment to users and communities. We provide reflections on how this elevation in design can cultivate strengthened communities through improved healthcare interventions.
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Category

Academic chapter

Language

English

Author(s)

Affiliation

  • SINTEF Digital / Health Research
  • Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Year

2023

Publisher

Design Research Society

Book

IASDR 2023: Life-Changing Design

ISBN

9781912294596

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