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June 10, 2026Philosophy Ethics and Humanities in MedicineOpen Access

Disintegrating ipseity: a gerontological exegesis of Alzheimer’s disease and relational identity in Alice Munro’s fiction

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FUFarman UllahSDShihong DuWJWen Jin

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Overview

Narrative analysis examines the impact of Alzheimer’s on identity in older adults, highlighting caregiver relationships.

Key Points

  • This analysis aims to explore how Alzheimer’s disease affects identity and relationships, using Alice Munro's narrative techniques.
  • Textual analysis of Alice Munro's novella 'The Bear Came Over the Mountain'
  • Examination of the gerontological concept of 'we-narrative'
  • Focus on the experiences of characters Fiona and Grant
  • Munro illustrates the fragmentation of identity in Alzheimer's, showing Fiona's fading memories and diminished autonomy.
  • The portrayal of caregiving transforms Grant's role from husband to caregiver, impacting their relationship.
  • The novella's structure reflects cognitive chaos, enhancing the emotional depth of their shared experiences.

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Ullah et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a2900886f82f25be989d141https://doi.org/10.1186/s13010-026-00217-2
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