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1 Brie Clinton PSY 215 Module Six Activity Template For this journal activity, you will focus on the influence of language on shaping perceptions of human behavior. Specifically, consider how the words we use can have a dramatic positive or negative influence on how we view the personality characteristics of others. Respond to each of the following prompts with a minimum of 3 to 5 sentences. Address the rubric criteria listed in the Module Six Activity Guidelines and Rubric and support your answers with a credible source when necessary. Complete this template by replacing the bracketed text with the relevant information. • We often consciously or unconsciously promote stereotypes about personality disorders during casual conversations. Consider the language used within your own culture (e.g., family members, friends, colleagues) when discussing personality disorders and imagine engaging in conversation about Jamal. Describe the language that might be used, as well as the thoughts and feelings that you might experience during such a conversation. I believe that everyone is deserving of respect and kindness when it comes to someone expressing their thoughts or what they are going through. During a conversation about Jamal, I think there would be some tension considering that others have no sense of boundaries nor respect towards those who are comfortable enough expressing themselves, their thoughts, emotions, and/or personal situations. I come from an extremely diverse family, where nothing anyone says or does will ever be judged nor question despite any misconceptions or objections we may have. When faced with someone who is struggling, I am taught that keeping an open mind and heart will only allow me to receive and respond appropriately regardless of the situation at hand. Understanding that the words I use can offend or hurt another person is extremely important because it can change the outcome of the conversation and determine how the other person interprets my words. • Describe how the words we use to discuss personality disorders (e.g., “narcissistic,” “borderline , ” “antisocial”) shape our perception of what is considered normal or abnormal. Provide an example with your response. When we have a negative connotation of words or ideas it can determine our perception on what we consider to be abnormal or normal. When someone hears these big words like “narcissistic,” or “borderline” they can unknowingly create the assumption that these individuals are obviously different or “imbalanced”. Without knowing the definition or extent of these words it is easy to create our own definitions which will then be followed by the conclusion that those suffering from these disorders are “abnormal”. It’s like hearing someone announce that they have borderline personality disorder, and the first initial thought could be that this person doesn’t know nor recognize who they are, which is not the case. • Describe ways that you could enhance compassion, empathy, and acceptance for Jamal, and all people who struggle with psychological disorders. Include specific language that could be used in conversations to respond in a prosocial manner.

2 I would enhance compassion, empathy, and acceptance for Jamal by ensuring that he knows that he is no different from anyone else in this world. The first step is to acknowledge Jamal and to reassure him that I still see him for the person that he is, not his psychological disorder. I would always try to make sure that he feels like he has a voice and is reminded that he is seen and heard despite anyone who tells him different. Regardless of if it was Jamal or another struggling with their psychological disorder, I would always ensure to be properly educated on what they’re struggling with before making any assumptions or judgement. Jamal will be confident that he can speak freely with me and that he never has to worry about me judging him or making him feel any less than the next person.

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