Person-centered language and pediatric ADHD research: a cross-sectional examination of stigmatizing language within medical literature.

Kristyn RoblingCaitlin CosbyGunner ParentSwapnil GajjarTessa ChesherMichael BaxterMicah L Hartwell

Published in: Journal of osteopathic medicine (2023)

Our findings revealed that over half of the current ADHD literature did not adhere to PCL guidelines. Adherence to PCL by the scientific and medical community will increase the overall efforts to mitigate stigma and increase support for individuals with ADHD.

Keyphrases

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
autism spectrum disorder
healthcare
working memory
systematic review
mental health
hiv aids
clinical practice
type diabetes
depressive symptoms
metabolic syndrome
weight loss
childhood cancer