Changing the Narrative
Changing The Narrative is a network of reporters, researchers, academics, and advocates concerned about the way media represents drug use and addiction.
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Sober Social Networks: The Role of Online Support Groups in Recovery from Alcohol Addiction
A recent study has analysed evidence for the value of online social networks in supporting recovery from alcohol addiction.
Perceptions about Mental Illness among General Practitioners
Abstract Background General practitioners (GPs) play an important role in the physical care of patients with severe mental illness, so our aim was to analyse the relationships between GPs’ sociodemographic status and worked-related...
UNODC Information and Education Material
UNODC has compiled a selection of educational materials and flyers that provide information on drug dependence treatment and care. The resource has been translated into several languages and covers topics including: patient rights and...
Implementation Science and Stigma Reduction Interventions in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Abstract Background Interventions to alleviate stigma are demonstrating effectiveness across a range of conditions, though few move beyond the pilot phase, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Implementation science...
Assessing Prenatal Alcohol Exposure in a Study of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a diagnostic term used to describe physical, neurodevelopmental, and cognitive impairments that have occurred following exposure to alcohol during pregnancy . The diagnosis of FASD requires a...
Together Against Stigma 2019
The Together Against Stigma (TAS) conference is an international platform to discuss stigma issues that continue to plague people with mental health conditions, preventing them from seeking help, gaining acceptance in society and leading a productive life that they deserve.
Surviving Stigma Podcast
In this podcast, Diane Goslar, a person who struggled with alcohol-related issues, talks to Peter Markham Head of Digital, about the stigma she faced among family, friends and work colleagues as she battled alcohol addiction. While...
Smoking During Pregnancy , Stigma and Secrets
There is significant evidence to suggest that smoking while pregnant is harmful to the baby increases the risk of miscarriage, and premature birth. The Statistics on smoking, England: 2018 compendium report shows that in 2017-18, 10.8% of...
The Etymology and Early History of ‘Addiction’
Abstract Contemporary usage of addiction is contradictory and confusing; the term is highly stigmatizing but popularly used to describe almost any strong desire, passion or pursuit. Does current usage involve a recent corruption of the term...
