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Addiction Stigma – How Person-First Language Helps

Stigma is defined as โ€œa mark of disgrace or infamy”. Stigma in addiction comes mostly from the symptoms of a personโ€™s behavior and other aspects of a substance use disorder. Addiction Stigma It is known that persons who are addicted to alcohol and/or drugs can behave aggressively or dishonestly with erratic behaviors and judgment which […]