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Commentary: Exploring the Intersections between Bullying and Racism in Nursing.
Kathy O'Flynn-Magee1, Ranjit K Dhari2, Patricia Paddy Rodney3
1Associate Professor of Teaching Emerita, School of Nursing, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC.
Nursing Leadership (Toronto, Ont.)
|October 26, 2021
Summary
This commentary examines the intersection of bullying and racism in nursing. Understanding this intersectionality is crucial for addressing these issues at individual and structural levels.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Social Sciences
- Healthcare Equity
Background:
- Bullying and racism are frequently studied independently within nursing scholarship.
- A gap exists in understanding the combined impact of these phenomena.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the intersectionality of bullying and racism in the nursing context.
- To advocate for a comprehensive approach to addressing these issues.
Main Methods:
- Commentary and critical analysis of existing literature.
- Exploration of conceptual definitions and their interplay.
- Inclusion of reflective questions for readers.
Main Results:
- Recognizing the intersection of bullying and racism is essential for a holistic understanding.
- Addressing these issues requires consideration of intra-personal, interpersonal, and structural levels.
Conclusions:
- A focus on intersectionality moves beyond individual incidents to systemic factors.
- Nurses are urged to commit to proactive measures against both bullying and racism.
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