Language Matters
Lunch and Learn
for consumers, families, and the public
Presented by Dr. Kate Speck
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Videos
The following video includes Dr. Kate Speck's seminar, “Language Matters: Lunch and Learn.” This seminar provides a review and refinement of the nature of language used now and offers an alternative way of thinking.
Language Matters: Lunch and Learn
(Dr. Kate Speck)
Description:
Stigma plays a crucial role in recovery from mental health and substance use disorders. The "Language Matters" seminar provides a review and refinement of the nature of language used now and offers an alternative way of thinking for providers. Healing the stigma around substance use and mental health challenges for clients and professionals working in this field is important, and the language used to describe disorders and the behavioral outcomes are constantly changing.
Date Presented: Tues., Aug. 17, 2021 12:00pm – 1:00pm CDT
Date Seminar Expires: August 17, 2023
Objectives:
- Describe the impact of stigma in mental health and substance use disorders.
- Discuss three approaches to support long-term recovery using strength-based language.
- Contrast current and alternative terminology in addressing recovery in mental health and substance use disorders.
Date Presented: Tues., Aug. 17, 2021 12:00pm – 1:00pm CDT
Date Seminar Expires: August 17, 2023
Supporting Material
About the Speaker
Dr. Kate Speck
Kate Speck, PhD, has over 40 years of experience as an educator and trainer in behavioral health. She has a strong background in prevention and intervention. She is currently an independent consultant and teaches with the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center. She has been a member of Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) and a MINT trainer since 2000.