University of Windsor studies medical gaslighting and its impact on Canadians

The University of Windsor is studying "medical gaslighting," a term describing when patients, especially women and minorities, are not taken seriously by healthcare providers. This issue has persisted for decades and can lead to severe health consequences. Participants are sharing their experiences, highlighting cases where their symptoms were dismissed or attributed to mental health issues. The study aims to raise awareness of the systemic problems in medical training that contribute to this phenomenon. The research team emphasizes the need for better communication between doctors and patients. They encourage individuals to advocate for themselves and seek second opinions to combat medical gaslighting. The study is accepting participants until February.