Temporality in chronic diseases and adherence to long-term therapies: From philosophy to science and back.

This article gives the rationale for this hypothesis, which is largely grounded on philosophical arguments. Then, it demonstrates the plausibility of the hypothesis: on the one hand, it is consistent with certain epidemiological data found in the literature. On the other, it is possible to predict the underlying mechanisms of this lack of prioritization from recent achievements of neuro-economics and neuroscience. Next, it reviews empirical data that provide an experimental verification for this explanatory hypothesis. Finally, a general evolutionary and philosophical meaning for adherence is proposed, considering the advantages of its preconditions, namely, patience and foresight. PMID: 30472197 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Diabetes and Metabolism - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Tags: Diabetes Metab Source Type: research