Compensatory conspicuous communication: Low status increases jargon use
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DOI: 10.1016/j.obhdp.2020.07.001
Abstract: Abstract Jargon is commonly used to efficiently communicate and signal group membership. We propose that jargon use also serves a status compensation function. We first define jargon and distinguish it from slang and technical language.… read more here.
Keywords: status; jargon; jargon use; low status ... See more keywords
Surgeon use of medical jargon with parents in the outpatient setting.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2019.02.002
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Unexplained medical terminology impedes clinician/parent communication. We describe jargon use in a pediatric surgical setting. METHODS We evaluated encounters between parents of children with sleep-disordered breathing (SDB; n = 64) and otolaryngologists (n = 8). Participants completed questionnaires… read more here.
Keywords: use; communication; jargon use; medical jargon ... See more keywords