Claire HookerClaire Hooker

Senior Lecturer and Coordinator, Health and Medical Humanities, University of Sydney.

How to talk to someone who doesn’t wear a mask, and actually change their mind

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Yelling at them or trying to make them feel guilty probably won’t work. Instead, try appealing to the values they hold dear, suggests Claire Hooker. It could be a brother or sister. It could be a neighbour. It could be a person you work with. We probably all know someone who doesn’t wear a mask … Read more

How to talk to people who spread myths about global pandemics

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The spread of misinformation about Covid-19 seems greater than the spread of the infection itself. But what’s the best way to tackle these if they come up in everyday conversation? Is it best to ignore them, jump in to correct them, or are there other strategies we could all use? Public health officials expect misinformation … Read more