autopathography

Main Entry:  autopathography
Part of Speech:  n
Definition:  an autobiography that focuses on or is inspired by the influence of a disability, disease, or disorder on the author's life
Example:  The Cancer Journals is an example of an autopathography.
Etymology:  blend of autobiography pathology
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Autopathography is always a great word to know.
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