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Stigma towards addiction must be eliminated from "summary" of Drug Dealer, MD by Anna Lembke
Stigma towards addiction is a significant barrier to effective treatment and recovery. This stigma often leads to shame and guilt in individuals struggling with addiction, preventing them from seeking help. It can also shape public policy and health care practices, further marginalizing those in need of support. By perpetuating negative stereotypes and judgment, stigma reinforces the idea that addiction is a moral failing rather than a complex medical condition. Eliminating stigma requires a shift in societal attitudes and beliefs about addiction. Instead of viewing individuals with substance use disorders as weak or immoral, we must recognize addiction as a chronic brain disease. This shift in perspective can help reduce the shame and self-blame experienced by those struggling with addiction...
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