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Does Self-Deception Enhance the Quality of Life?

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Concepts and Measurement of Quality of Life in Health Care

Part of the book series: European Studies in Philosophy of Medicine 1 ((ESPM,volume 47))

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In everyday life we present ourselves, our thoughts and feelings, to others. We may present our inner experiences as they are, as we perceive them, or as we wish others to perceive them. In principle, we are the only ones who know them. This gives us a free hand.

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Naess, S. (1994). Does Self-Deception Enhance the Quality of Life?. In: Nordenfelt, L. (eds) Concepts and Measurement of Quality of Life in Health Care. European Studies in Philosophy of Medicine 1, vol 47. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-015-8344-2_7

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