Latest / Dementia Researcher Blogs
Dr Jodi Watt - Why Saying ‘Demented’ Isn’t Just Wrong, It’s Harmful
Dr Jodi Watt, narrating a new blog they wrote for the Dementia Researcher website.
In this blog, Jodi Watt challenges the continued use of the term ‘demented’ in clinical and research contexts. She unpacks the damaging stereotypes it reinforces, explains the real-world harm it causes, and shows how small shifts in language can promote dignity, agency, and inclusion. Jodi makes a compelling case for adopting person-centred language like “person living with dementia” and urges all of us – especially those in research and healthcare – to think more critically about the words we use. The post…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.