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This is part of a series on medical gaslighting that has been done over the past few weeks, with discussing a study from the University of Windsor and showcasing stories from across Canada. The Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada is adjusting what medical schools are teaching to address a widespread issue in the…
Medical gaslighting is an issue that has affected Canadians from coast to coast. It can be described as the experience of being disbelieved, not taken seriously, and dismissed by medical providers – with many health issues being reduced to weight, hormones or mental health problems. Studies have shown this issue affects woman and minorities the…
The University of Windsor is working with Canadians who are sharing their stories of medical gaslighting. “This kind of thing can lead to death,” said Marissa Rakus, study coordinator. “It was extremely traumatic,” said Katrina Dobson, a victim of medical gaslighting. While a newly-coined term, medical gaslighting has been around for decades, affecting mostly women…
