Mental health workers are encouraged to dress in street clothes.
Mental health problems have such a stigma that people fear being observed talking to a mental health worker for fear of repercussions,
Also, patients tend to have bad associations with scrub wearing professionals, it could trigger an episode of PTSD.
I also think it's about respect. I'm wearing my normal dress because it's appropriate and clearly indicates I'm not worried about our interaction NEEDING the boundaries of a uniform.
Dealing person to person is the most respectful and therapeutic approach one can make.
Mental health problems have such a stigma that people fear being observed talking to a mental health worker for fear of repercussions,
Also, patients tend to have bad associations with scrub wearing professionals, it could trigger an episode of PTSD.
I also think it's about respect. I'm wearing my normal dress because it's appropriate and clearly indicates I'm not worried about our interaction NEEDING the boundaries of a uniform.
Dealing person to person is the most respectful and therapeutic approach one can make.
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