@article{ref1,
title="Sticks and stones: How words and language impact upon social inclusion",
journal="Journal of Social Inclusion",
year="2015",
author="McKay, K. and Wark, S. and Mapedzahama, V. and Dune, T. and Rahman, S. and Macphail, C.",
volume="6",
number="1",
pages="146-162",
abstract="Language framed as derogatory names and symbols can have implications for people and their life experiences. Within a Saussurian-inspired frame, and looking at ideas of stigma and social inclusion, this paper examines the use of language as a weapon within a social context of (changing) intent and meaning. Three examples of language use in mainstream society are analysed: 'retarded' which evolved from scientific diagnosis to insult; 'gay' as a derogatory adjective within popular culture; and, the way language around suicide is used to both trivialise and stigmatise those who are suicidal, as well as those who are bereaved. © 2015, Griffith University. All rights reserved.<p /><p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1836-8808",
doi="10.36251/josi.96",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.36251/josi.96"
}