Use person-first or identity-first language as appropriate for the person being discussed. The language used should be selected with the understanding that disabled people’s expressed preferences regarding identification supersede matters of style. #RelentlesslyPositive
I’m really excited for this series on inclusive language! Stay tuned daily for a helpful graphic on suggested alternatives for patient care, research, and teaching!
The month of April will highlight the American Psychological Association Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Inclusive Language Guidelines. The AATE is sharing in hopes to guide learning on the topic for AT students to be culturally proficient communicators. #RelentlesslyPositive
Goin' live with K. Ellis F. Mair (CMO) & Josh Beard (AT Community Manager) on Tue., Apr. 20 @ 12pm! Tune in to our IG Live for a discussion on Evidence Based Practice.
First in a series of live broadcasts on pertinent topics. We'll see you there.
4/20 @12pm - IG Live. #at4all
Meet your @NATA1950 2020-2021 Student Leadership Committee✨
Today, we want to introduce our @NATA_District1 rep Julia Snow from @BostonU_ATP. Check out what’s her passion
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Come back every Tuesday and Thursday to see who is representing your District on the SLC
#MeetTheSLC
In collab. with the @BU_DPT, we're hosting a webinar where you will learn to separate low back pain facts from fiction, develop a basic understanding of the science of pain, & gain exposure to treatments for low back pain.
May 28 | 12 - 1 PM | 📍Online spr.ly/6011170jt
Congratulations to Professor @TerryEllisPT, named a 2020 Catherine Worthingham Fellow by the American Physical Therapy Association! 💯
➡️ bit.ly/2VJL0uE
The word doctor comes from the Latin word docēre, meaning “to teach.” How do you know when you’ve transcended master level and become a doctor? There are likely many signs. One might be that your desire for someone to learn something eclipses your desire to be right.
Athletic trainers are licensed or otherwise regulated to work with active people to prevent, diagnose and treat injuries and medical conditions including cardiac abnormalities and heat stroke. Don't confuse with personal trainers, who focus primarily on fitness. #APStyleChat