stigma

A US national randomized study to guide how best to reduce stigma when describing drug‐related impairment in practice and policy

Scientific article
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Drug‐related impairment is persistently stigmatized delaying and preventing treatment engagement. To reduce stigma, various medical terms (e.g. ‘chronically relapsing brain disease’, ‘disorder’) have been promoted in diagnostic systems and among national health agencies, yet some argue that over‐medicalization of drug‐related impairment lowers prognostic optimism and reduces personal agency.
Addiction Research ISSUP

Reducing Substance Use Stigma: The Role of First Responders

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Online

Stigma is one of the biggest barriers people face when seeking and receiving care for substance use disorders. Direct service workers, including the law enforcement community, are often the first to respond to crisis situations with people experiencing substance-related harms, and they can play a major role in overcoming that stigma.

Language matters: Contemporary discursive constructions of alcohol use.

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Online

Wednesday 17th February 2020, 1-2pm

Claire Melia: 'Language matters: Contemporary discursive constructions of alcohol use.' This talk draws upon research surrounding the prominent discourses used to account for alcohol use across a range of contexts. Analysis considers the impact of these constructions in attributing blame and the associated stigma for alcohol use issues. 

Stigma Reading List

Reading List
Stigma is a complex construct that is present within societies at different levels. The impact of stigma can severely damage individuals and communities. People who use substances are often on the receiving end of stigmatising attitudes and...

Overcoming Stigma Through Language: A Primer

Guide
Stigma is a significant barrier to wellness and good health for people who use substances. The goal of this primer is to facilitate conversations and increase awareness of the stigma surrounding people who use substances, their support...