How word choice can transform mental health conversations

The words we choose can have a profound impact on how we perceive the world and how others see us. This is especially true when it comes to discussing mental health conditions.The language we use, whether in casual conversation or a professional setting, has the power to either provide support and understanding or perpetuate harmful stigmas.As a society, we are becoming more aware of the importance of using compassionate, person-first language when discussing mental health.Gone are the days of referring to someone as “bipolar” or “schizophrenic” – the terms reduce a person to…