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Find the latest insights on diversity and inclusion in the workplace on the Diversity Science Blog. DEI organizational assessment, training, and development: effective, evidence-based, scalable, and practical strategies guided by true DEI experts with an unshakable commitment to their success.
Diversity Science
4M ago
Authors: John F. Dovidio (Diversity Science) and Louis A. Penner (Karmanos Cancer Institute)
The promise of artificial intelligence for all aspects of life is immense. Hospitals and healthcare systems are increasingly relying on artificial intelligence (AI) to summarize doctor’s notes, analyze medical records, and inform medical diagnoses. However, along with the enormous value of the use of AI in healthcare comes some potential dangers.
A recent study by researchers at the Stanford School of Medicine published in the journal, Digital Medicine, highlights the possibility of racist ideas appea ..read more
Diversity Science
5M ago
Have you experienced or witnessed stereotype threat while at your workplace?
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Diversity Science
6M ago
Crystal is a highly regarded manager who had prepared extensively for a promotion meeting. She was eager to showcase her qualifications and step into a leadership role. However, something unexpected occurred as she entered the room and faced her supervisors. Crystal found herself struggling to convey her thoughts, her voice faltering.
Roger, a middle-aged man, loves video games and is a high scorer in his favorite game. One day, his husband interrupted him to ask where a certain medication was located. Before turning away, his husband commented, “Wow, we really are getting old. Can you belie ..read more
Diversity Science
8M ago
Bang, D., & Frith, C. D. (2017). Making better decisions in groups. Royal Society open science, 4(8), 170193.
Chrobot-Mason, D., & Aramovich, N. P. (2013). The psychological benefits of creating an affirming climate for workplace diversity. Group & Organization Management, 38(6), 659-689.
Green K., López M., Wysocki A., Kepner K., Farnsworth D., Clark J. L. (2015). Diversity in the workplace: Benefits, challenges, and the required managerial tools. UF/IAFS Extension, University of Florida.
Hofhuis, J., & Vlug, M. (2016). Diversity climate enhances work outcomes through trust a ..read more
Diversity Science
8M ago
Weight bias in healthcare is a harmful problem that can greatly affect patients. Despite their best intentions and commitment to high quality of care, healthcare providers sometimes hold negative attitudes towards individuals with higher body weights, which can lead to poor care and negative health outcomes. These biases can appear in various ways, such as disrespectful behavior, a lack of empathy, and insufficient medical evaluations.
The consequences of weight bias can be severe, including worse health outcomes, decreased patient happiness, and a lack of trust in healthcare. It’s important ..read more
Diversity Science
8M ago
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Diversity Science
9M ago
Prevent Implicit Bias and Improve Diverse Patient Outcomes: For Physicians Evidence-based, engaging, and effective interactive video training
Interrupt Unconscious Bias (Implicit Bias)
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Diversity Science
9M ago
Prevent Implicit Bias and Improve Diverse Patient Outcomes: For Nurses Evidence-based, engaging, and effective interactive video training
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We have spent the last 20 years and untold resources to answer a crucial question: What is the most feasible and impactful way to empower healthcare personnel with the knowledge and skill ..read more
Diversity Science
9M ago
Protecting yourself, your patients and
your organization from bias. Tailored versions for nurses, physicians, residents (trainees),other providers, and staff
Course Description
As healthcare providers, we aim to provide the highest quality care to our patients and remain fair in our practices. Unfortunately, research studies show that even though we have the best intentions, our unconscious and unintended biases can get in the way of achieving this goal. Just being aware of our biases is not enough. This course is so important – it provides evidence-based and proven strategies for recognizing ..read more
Diversity Science
9M ago
An Introduction to Gender Identities
GENDER IDENTITIES TO KNOW
Here are some of the most common gender identities reported by gender diverse people in the United States
Trans woman / transgender woman / trans feminine
A person who identifies as a woman and was assigned male at birth.
Trans man / transgender man / trans masculine
A person who identifies as a man and was assigned female at birth.
Nonbinary / genderqueer / gender expansive
A person who does not identify exclusively as a man or a woman, but as both, neither, or somewhere in between.
Bigender
A person who identi ..read more