Mistreatment
Mistreatment Definition
According to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), mistreatment – either intentional or unintentional – occurs when behavior shows disrespect for the dignity of others and unreasonably interferes with the learning process. Examples of mistreatment include:
- Sexual harassment
- Discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation
- Humiliation
- Psychological or physical punishment
- Use of grading and other forms of assessment in a punitive manner
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College of Human Medicine Policy on Mistreatment
University policy is that no person shall be subject to retaliation for using or participating in a complaint process. State and federal laws and University policy protect against retaliation for reporting mistreatment, harassment, and/or discrimination. University policy further prohibits retaliation against a person for filing a complaint, participating in the investigation of a complaint' or assisting others who raised a complaint.
View the College of Human Medicine's Entire Mistreatment Policy
Is This Mistreatment?
Mistreatment can take many forms. Review some case study examples to help you determine if what you experienced, witnessed, or heard about might be mistreatment. Remember, if you’re in doubt, just ask! Learning Environment Committee is happy to discuss anything with you before you report, and would prefer that you err on the side of reporting, because all reports are carefully examined by the committee staff in order to make this determination.
View mistreatment case studies