Addiction to alcohol and drugs is one of the deadliest diseases. However, addiction is not always treated or seen for what it is because of the stigma of addiction. There is a looming negative connotation regarding addiction to any drug and alcohol. Other life-threatening diseases are handled with vigilant care and compassion for those under … Read more
If you have a loved one who is struggling with substance use disorder (SUD), you may be eager to help them achieve and maintain sobriety. One effective way to be supportive begins with addressing the stigma in thoughts, attitudes, and even language around SUD. We all know that there is still widespread stigma about people … Read more
People who struggle with substance abuse disorder (SUD) may know very well about the prevalence of stigma in society that comes with addiction. People tend to use negative language when referring to people with SUD. Many times, family members and friends also succumb to judgments and assume that addiction has mostly to do with moral … Read more
Do you have a loved one who is suffering from substance addiction but refuses to seek help because they are ashamed of it? People in our society who struggle with substance use disorder face a lot of stigmatization around the issue. Society as a whole needs to become more recovery supportive, and each one of … Read more
