| dc.description.abstract | This study delves into the intricate web of women's perceptions within the healthcare system in Kristiansand, Norway. This study has a comprehensive literature review that explores international experiences and Scandinavian focused experiences to highlight similarities and particularities of the region of the study. Drawing from the perspectives of Compassionate Care Theory, Foucault's Theory of Power, and Gender Theory, this research aims to shed light on the nuanced experiences and challenges faced by women in their interactions with healthcare providers, institutions, and the broader healthcare environment.
Through a qualitative approach, this study uses semi-structured interviews engaging women from immigrant and Norwegian backgrounds in Kristiansand. The findings aim to highlight the challenges women face in healthcare settings, offer recommendations for improving compassionate care, and identify potential areas for structural changes to create more equitable and gender-sensitive healthcare systems.
This research contributes to the broader discourse on healthcare provision and patient experiences by uncovering the multifaceted nature of women's perceptions in healthcare in Kristiansand. It underscores the need for healthcare systems to prioritize compassion, dismantle harmful power dynamics, and challenge stereotypes related to gender to create a more inclusive and responsive healthcare environment for women. | |
