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Changing the Language of Addiction [Fact Sheet]
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Changing the Language of Addiction [Fact Sheet]

Publication date: 2017
Author: Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction

Illustrates that stigmatizing words can act as a barrier to recovery from substance use disorders. This fact sheet suggests alternative language that can breakdown negative stereotypes.
 

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