Structural Stigma In Law: Implications And Opportunities For Health And Health Equity

This health policy brief describes how laws can reinforce structural stigma, using the example of stigma against those with substance use disorder (SUD). It describes the legal domains in which stigma against people with SUD is most prevalent, including employment law, legal findings, and nuisance law, and recommends that policy makers be educated on the effect of law on stigma. 

Resource Type
Peer-reviewed Articles and Reports
Continuum of Care
Full continuum of care
Response Approach
Educational