Framing Psychological Science and Health Writing

Scientists are rarely taught how to write effectively and with minimal bias. Psychological scientists may benefit from facilitated discussions that address historical context, pedagogy and the praxis of democratizing science and health writing. This program introduces participants to the psycho-social historical context of systems of oppression (racism, sexism, heterosexism, ableism and classism) in language and writing about science and health. Emphasis is on framing and writing for specific audiences.

• Interrogate the rhetoric of language and critically evaluate how language can reinforce -isms (racism, sexism, classism, ableism, heterosexism).
• Explore the role and impact of their voice in within the context of health writing.
• Explain and evaluate the role of data in the presentation of identity and health.
• Assess the role of bias in science to reframe science communication strategies.

Jameta Nicole Barlow, PhD, MPH, RYT 200