Addressing Stigma and Stigmatizing Language in the Workplace
Stigma is one of the biggest challenges in HIV prevention and care. The negative, often subliminal, impact of stigmatizing language can leave people living with HIV feeling “less-than.” Stigmatization can be eliminated through the combined efforts of clinical and non-clinical staff, the community, and even patients by learning and integrating improved terminology.
This thought-provoking webinar addresses stigmatizing language used when talking about HIV, mental health, and substance use disorders and how this language perpetuates bias in the workplace.
Learning Objectives
After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to:
- Identify how terminology used in health care settings can impact quality of care.
- Recognize the impact of stigmatizing terms and phrases used in medical charts.
- Explain the impact of stigmatizing language in the workplace.
