Words Matter: How Language Choice Can Reduce Stigma

This is a report from SAMHSA that looks at the role of language in perpetuating stigma for substance use disorders, followed by tips for assessing when and how stigmatizing language is being used and steps for ensuring that the language we use and messages we deliver are positive, productive, and inclusive.

Resource Type
Peer-reviewed Articles and Reports
Continuum of Care
Treatment
Recovery
Harm Reduction
Response Approach
Educational