Join Dr. Steve Delisi as he explains how reframing addiction language can lead to a decrease in stigma and help those on their journey to recovery.
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Addiction is a complex issue that is often stigmatized, and this can be seen in the language used when talking about those with substance use disorders. In this video, Dr. Steve Delisi discusses how reframing addiction language can lead to a decrease in stigma. He explains two central biases that can be seen when talking about addiction: the control bias and the cause bias. He suggests that, instead of blaming the individual by using words like “relapse” when talking about their substance use disorder, we should focus on the factors that led them to relapse. By changing the language used to describe someone's relapse, we can create a trusting relationship with that person, which can help them on their journey to recovery.