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Abstract
The psychometric “quality of life” concept is claimed to be a misnomer, burdened by philosophical overtones implying a hermeneutic concept of man. A multidimensional measure of general levels of symptomatology is certainly warranted in modern medicine. The psychometric quality of life concept including components such as emotional status, social interaction, economic status, self-perceived health status, and physical capacities pays respect to the multidimensionality of man but does not capture the subjectivity of man. It is claimed that a model of man combining naturalism and hermeneutic thinking is needed in quality of life research.