In an article by Chrissy Sexton of Earth.com, people who use profanity are perceived as less smart or trustworthy. “Researchers from Southern Connecticut University have found that using bad language leaves a negative impression on others, even those who are not offended by profanity. According to the analysis, people who swear are perceived as being unintelligent, untrustworthy, and less likeable.”

This year at NC the use of profanity has risen. According to Administrative Regulations 5375 of the District Policies, “The use of profanity, vulgarity, putdowns, or name-calling by students or staff is inappropriate, not acceptable and may result in disciplinary actions.” Sexton’s article also revealed “Around 17 percent of people curse less than five times per day, but around 20 percent of people admit to swearing at least 21 times every day.” If people are exposed to bad language on a daily basis, the it can become the norm. Everyone should  know when it’s appropriate to use that language.

We all need to work as one to put a stop to this by cutting down profanity usage.

Nothing’s going to make a person talk a certain way or do certain things. If we keep going how we are, profanity will become a part of everyday language and if that happens kids will be 10x more wanting to use that language. Profanity has kind of been like a trend. You hear people say stuff and you start to catch along but it’s not cool and needs to stop.

After interviewing students, they too feel that the use of profanity has gone up extremely. Skyler Larson, a junior at NC, says, “One thing  that really caught my eye is teachers let a lot of profanity slide.” That may be the case but it’s also on the students to know when it’s appropriate to use that language. While working on integrity and respect in Mustang Connections, hopefully students and staff realize the importance of not using profanity.