| Literature DB >> 26076048 |
Joycelyn Sue Woods1, Herman Joseph.
Abstract
Stigma has become a primary social force facing patients in methadone and buprenorphine treatment. For quality methadone and buprenorphine treatment to flourish it will be necessary to confront and reduce this negative influence. This article, co-authored by a patient and professional, discusses stigma and prejudice from the viewpoint of patients. Educational and national strategies using the media and targeted to patients, programs, and the general public are discussed.Entities:
Keywords: Stigma; Stop Stigma Now; child welfare; criminal justice system; housing National Alliance for Medication Assisted Recovery; language; medical professionals
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Year: 2015 PMID: 26076048 DOI: 10.1080/10550887.2015.1059714
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Addict Dis ISSN: 1055-0887