The healing power of words

Journal title WELFARE E ERGONOMIA
Author/s Alexa Pantanella
Publishing Year 2023 Issue 2022/2 Suppl.
Language Italian Pages 6 P. 127-132 File size 206 KB
DOI 10.3280/WE2022-002-S1012
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The paper deals with the theme of language and how, more often than we imagine, it may convey stereotypes and prejudices. By tackling some examples related to gender, parenting and age, the paper provides elements of reflection to help evolve one’s language towards more aware and respectful forms of communication.

Keywords: Language; Stereotypes; Inclusion; Care; Respect; Awareness.

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Alexa Pantanella, Il potere curativo delle parole in "WELFARE E ERGONOMIA" 2 Suppl./2022, pp 127-132, DOI: 10.3280/WE2022-002-S1012