A local woman is speaking out about addiction after losing her father to an overdose. She says the stigma of drug use labeled ...

John Driscoll, president and CEO of Caron Treatment Centers, is on a mission to eliminate the stigma that keeps millions from ...

Based on the most recent statistics from the 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 48.4 million Americans (16.8%) aged ...

The Camden County Board of Commissioners and the Addiction Awareness Task Force (AATF) launched the Break the Stigma campaign to change the conversation around addiction and recovery. This initiative ...

Managing addiction and recovery can extend to every corner of a person’s life, including their work or employment. That’s why it’s more important than ever to create recovery-inclusive workplaces that ...

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. Alexandra Skouzes is a D.C. resident who is a certified ...

Stigma remains deeply rooted in society. Historically, substance dependence was viewed through a moral lens. It was a sign of ...

For instance, many people wrongly equate addicts with the homeless. A CNN report reveals this mindset. Their reporting on the homeless epidemic in San Francisco [1] leads with a description of a woman ...

Princess Kate's bold declaration during Addiction Awareness Week has ignited national debate, positioning her as a key voice ...

The Princess of Wales has urged an end to the "stigma" surrounding addiction, calling for society to show "compassion and love" to those dependent on drugs, alcohol, or gambling. Marking Addiction ...

When we published The Stigma of Addiction: An Essential Guide earlier this year, many were surprised to learn that it is one of the only books that focuses on stigma directed toward those with ...