Ending addiction stigma

Stigma is real and it gets in the way of recovery. For millions of Americans, and those who love them, ending stigma is a matter of survival.

Treating those with a substance use disorder with compassion has an immense impact.

Stigma is real and it gets in the way of recovery. For millions of Americans, and those who love them, ending stigma is a matter of survival.

The Addiction Stigma Index

Addiction Stigma Index – a first-of-its-kind measurement tool designed to assess attitudes about substance use and people who use substances from the public. Supported by Ipsos alongside Dr. Brea Perry and Dr. Anne Krendl from Indiana University, the SASI also measures the perceptions of those with a SUD, including the degree in which they have internalized this exclusion.

Other movements have created radical social change.

Types of stigma

There are several kinds of stigma that cause negative attitudes, stereotypes, shame, and fear toward people with addiction.

How stigma affects the opioid crisis

Negative attitudes about people with addiction directly affects their ability to find help and recover.

How you can help

Here are some things you can do to make a difference for those struggling with addiction — and their families.

Many people and groups are partnering with us to end stigma.

We’re shifting attitudes and behaviors to remove the stigma that surrounds our loved ones with this chronic illness, and their families.