Why We Should Stop Using Words Like "OCD" And "Bipolar"
And other psychological terms that we use incorrectly.
If you've ever used terms like "OCD" or "schizo" to describe someone or something, it might be worth reconsidering.
SciShow's Hank Green explains how misusing four scientific terms to describe political flip-flopping or the weather can fuel the misunderstanding of debilitating disorders.
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He points out he's not interested in telling you how to talk or what to be offended by. Rather, he hopes to provide some information about people and how to talk about those with mental illnesses.