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Podcast #78 — Is "Addiction" a Bad Word? Removing Stigma from Our Language
Podcast #78 — Is "Addiction" a Bad Word? Removing Stigma from Our Language
Podcast #78 — Is "Addiction" a Bad Word? Removing Stigma from Our Language
Friday 9th July 2021
Laurie MacDougall and co-hosts discuss how changing language can reduce stigma and improve care for those with substance use disorder.
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Get the buttons here!Words Matter: Changing the Conversation Around Substance Use
I think all of what we're doing on allies and recovery and craft is changing our language to make a difference.
Ever thought about how the words we use can shape our views and actions? In this episode of 'Coming Up for Air', Laurie MacDougall, along with co-hosts Dominique Simone-Levine and Kayla, dive into the powerful impact of language on substance use disorder. Laurie, who penned the thought-provoking piece 'The Power of Language' on the Allies in Recovery blog, shares her journey towards understanding the importance of non-stigmatizing language.
She challenges her co-hosts to rethink their terminology, sparking a lively debate on whether terms like 'addiction' and 'substance abuse' do more harm than good. As they discuss, you'll hear how changing just a few words can dramatically affect the care and treatment people receive. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in fostering a more compassionate and supportive environment for those dealing with substance use issues.
Tune in to see if Laurie can convince her colleagues to embrace this shift in perspective.