by Theresa Escobar
As human beings, we apply labels to most things. We assign labels to others based on a characteristic or behavior. It’s only human nature to organize objects and people but it has harmful effects.
Labels can be limiting and lead to stereotypes or bias toward others. Homo sapiens are complex beings with different qualities and characteristics. Making a broad assumption about someone based on one observation of an incident does not define that person. Assumptions that are triggered can influence how you or I are perceived and how we are treated.
It is my concern when residents make snap judgements and create labels about others. It is important to be aware when you choose to label another person and ask yourself, is the label true? Did the person you are labelling, personally share with you specifically, that it was a label given as a diagnosis by a professional who administered multiple diagnostic assessments?
It is best to be objective and describe the behavior of others with clarity instead of labeling it. It communicates what you actually see and hear.
Labels can be limiting and lead to stereotypes or bias toward others. Homo sapiens are complex beings with different qualities and characteristics. Making a broad assumption about someone based on one observation of an incident does not define that person. Assumptions that are triggered can influence how you or I are perceived and how we are treated.
It is my concern when residents make snap judgements and create labels about others. It is important to be aware when you choose to label another person and ask yourself, is the label true? Did the person you are labelling, personally share with you specifically, that it was a label given as a diagnosis by a professional who administered multiple diagnostic assessments?
It is best to be objective and describe the behavior of others with clarity instead of labeling it. It communicates what you actually see and hear.
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