Stigma + Discrimination
Many people don’t ask for help for mental health or substance use problems because they feel ashamed or scared. People may judge them and treat them. Others have trouble finding a place to live, finding a job, maintaining relationships and other important parts of life. In fact, most people living with a mental illness say that stigma is worse than the symptoms they feel.
Recovery: Stigma and Inclusion
PDF | Vol. 13, No. 1 (2017)
The Language We Use to Talk About Mental Health and Substance Use
Treatments: What Works?
Housing: Discrimination and Inclusion
Finding the Right Help - Navigating the System
Recovery
Stigma + discrimination
Learn more about stigma and discrimination. Stigma and discrimination mean that you are treated unfairly. People who experience substance use problem may experience stigma and discrimination from family and friends, employers, or their communities. Stigma and discrimination hurt everyone.
Stigma and Discrimination
PDF | Vol. 2, No. 6 (2005)
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