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Calling Addiction a Disease Increases Stigma
Calling Addiction a Disease Increases Stigma
Calling Addiction a Disease Increases Stigma
Thursday 28th May 2020
Learn why calling addiction a disease increases stigma and discover alternative approaches to recovery in this episode of The Freedom Model for Addictions.
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Get the buttons here!Reframing Addiction: The Stigma of the Disease Label
Calling addiction a brain disease is not only false, it heavily stigmatizes substance users thereby making it more difficult for them to find a lasting solution to their substance use problems.
Have you ever felt that labeling addiction as a disease might be doing more harm than good? In this episode of 'The Freedom Model for Addictions', hosts Mark Scheeren and Michelle Dunbar take a deep dive into this controversial topic. They argue that calling addiction a brain disease not only misrepresents the issue but also stigmatizes those struggling with substance use. This stigma, they say, can make it even harder for people to find effective solutions to their problems.
The hosts trace the history of addiction and its associated stigma, offering a critical look at traditional 12-step programs and the notion of powerlessness that often accompanies them. Instead of viewing addiction through the lens of disease, they propose the Freedom Model, which emphasizes personal choice and responsibility. You'll also hear about alternative approaches to addiction, including the idea that addiction can spread socially.
If you're curious about how changing the narrative around addiction could lead to better outcomes, this episode is a must-listen.