stigma

Words Matter - Terms to Use and Avoid When Talking About Addiction

Website

14 January 2020

This page offers background information and tips for providers to keep in mind while using person-frst language, as well as terms to avoid to reduce stigma and negative bias when discussing addiction.

Methods for Understanding and Addressing Stigma To Prevent Common Risk Factors for Disease

Video and audio recordings

In this presentation, Dr. Valerie Earnshaw provides a cross-cutting conceptual overview of stigma, identifies targets for stigma measurement, recommends methodological approaches for stigma research, and reviews the intervention toolkit to...

8 Tips on How to Write About Alcohol Consumption Responsibly

Website

The media has a major role in influencing people's drinking behaviour. Despite clear evidence linking harmful alcohol consumption with increased risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, and violence-related injuries, we are...

Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Communities and Addressing Stigma

7 May 2020

Webinar

The Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC) Network, and the

ISAM Webinar Series on COVID-19 and SUD: A Global Perspective on Challenges and Solutions

7 May 2020

Webinar

The current COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly affected various populations globally.

IOTOD 2020 Conference

18 May 2020

Amsterdam

The IOTOD conference offers a range of exciting and interactive sessions, involving thought-provoking talks and expert-led panel discussions.

Advancing Health Equity through Cross-Cutting Approaches to Health-Related Stigma

Scientific article

2 December 2019

Abstract Health-related stigma remains a major barrier to improving health and well-being for vulnerable populations around the world. This collection on stigma research and global health emerged largely as a result of a 2017 meeting on the...

Methods for Understanding and Addressing Stigma to Prevent Common Risk Factors for Disease

11 December 2019

Webinar

United States

Wednesday, December 11, 2019 11:00 am Eastern Standard Time (New York, GMT-05:00)

Evidence in Action: CCSA Annual Report, 2018-2019

Book

In 2018–2019, CCSA worked with partners across Canada and internationally to gather and share the newest, best practices and advice on substance use to drive action where it matters for Canadians — tackling stigma, informing cannabis policy...