Language can be used intentionally or unintentionally to perpetuate stigma. The language used towards people who use drugs or alcohol and people with addiction includes many stigmatizing terms which have been shown to increase negative attitudes among the public and clinicians. Examples include words like “abuse,” “abuser,” “addict,” and “dirty.” There are also more subtle ways that language can be used to frame issues related to addiction or substance use which can enhance stigma. Nationally there has been growing awareness around the importance of language and the need to use medically appropriate, person first terminology. Changing our language is a crucial component of reducing stigma to improve the lives and health of people who use drugs or alcohol and people with addiction. This module will discuss the importance of language when discussing substance use and review ways to improve language to improve care.
- Provider:American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
- Activity Link: https://pcssnow.org/education-training/sud-core-curriculum/
- Start Date: 2023-01-12 06:00:00
- End Date: 2023-01-12 06:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 0.75 hours
AAPA Category 1 Credit™️: 0.75 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 0.75 hours
Nursing: 0.75 hours
Pharmacy: 0.75 hours - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: No, it's free
- Measured Outcome: Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all