Inclusive Mentorship in Geropsychology: Cultivating Safety, Trust, Humility, Authenticity, and Communication
2024
Inclusive Mentorship in Geropsychology
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Author Information
Author(s): Yenko Ira, Ma Flora, Blanken Anna, Son Claudia, Chin Laurie
Primary Institution: Stanford University School of Medicine
Conclusion
Fostering an inclusive mentorship environment can maximize opportunities for individuals with marginalized identities in geropsychology.
Supporting Evidence
- Mentoring across differences can promote intercultural mentoring relationships.
- Creating a safe space helps mentees feel comfortable expressing their thoughts.
- Establishing a mentor-mentee agreement can set clear expectations.
- Authenticity in mentorship acknowledges diverse ways to be a geropsychologist.
- Humility fosters a culture of feedback and openness to diverse perspectives.
- Active listening demonstrates empathy and validates mentee experiences.
Takeaway
This study talks about how to make mentorship better for everyone, especially for those who might feel left out. It suggests ways to help mentors and mentees connect and support each other.
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