Estimates indicate that as many as 1 in 4 Americans will experience a mental health
problem or will misuse alcohol or drugs in their lifetimes. These disorders are among the …

Despite indications that the stigma associated with substance use is high and may play a
role in discouraging treatment participation, there is limited research in this area and only a …

Abstract The United States is currently experiencing an opioid epidemic, with deaths due to
opioid overdoses persisting in many communities. This epidemic is the latest wave in a …

Stereotypes and judgments about people with substance misuse problems are extremely
prevalent and negative. These negative evaluations are made not only by those who abstain …

• Summary: Previous research has shown that people labeled with drug addiction are
viewed as more blameworthy and dangerous compared to individuals labeled with mental …

In a historic effort to reduce the stigma of mental illness, California voters approved the
Mental Health Services Act in 2004. The law funds a comprehensive statewide prevention …

Background and Objectives Although advocates and providers identify stigma as a major
factor in confounding the recovery of people with SUDs, research on addiction stigma is …

Aims This study provides a systematic review of existing research that has empirically
evaluated interventions designed to reduce stigma related to substance use disorders …

Discrimination related to psychiatric disorders and people diagnosed with them is receiving
increased interest and attention from researchers, policy makers, and the general public …

Aims To conduct a systematic review of the literature investigating the relationship between
stigma experienced by individuals who use drugs. Methods We conducted an online …