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Appointment Notes/On Unwanted Help And The Misuse Of Empathy, G. H. Greer
Appointment Notes/On Unwanted Help And The Misuse Of Empathy, G. H. Greer
Journal of Social Theory in Art Education
The pandemic has shed light on a number of injustices. In this context, I revisit a comic I wrote to sort through an experience of ableism in academia. I encourage readers to think deeply about what teachers mean when we offer help as members of a caring profession, and consider some ways that the misuse of empathy can impede impactful help. I end with a call for systemic organization and resources to support workers in caring professions.