What is in a Pronoun?: Why Gender-fair Language Matters

Ann Surg. 2017 Dec;266(6):932-933. doi: 10.1097/SLA.0000000000002505.

Abstract

MINI: Mounting evidence demonstrates that gender inequity is perpetuated by language. As such, understanding the ways in which linguistic bias reinforces gender and other stereotypes is paramount to creating a culture of inclusivity. This perspective reviews the science detailing the ways language reinforces gender inequality and offers strategies to reduce linguistic bias.

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • General Surgery
  • Humans
  • Linguistics*
  • Male
  • Medicine
  • Sexism*
  • Stereotyped Behavior