Is Stigma Giving “Schizophrenia” a Bad Name?
Author: Justin Mckibben Schizophrenia. The word has been used for a long time to describe a very mysterious mental illness. It has best been defined as a severe, chronic, and generally disabling brain and behavior disorder. Also described as a... Learn MoreWas it Wrong of Tommy Chong to Stereotype Himself?
[caption id="attachment_16333" align="aligncenter" width="274"] photo via: www.wikipedia.org[/caption] Author: Justin Mckibben Stereotype exists. I KNOW RIGHT… how crazy is that? Well sad as it is, it is true. Stigma has clouded our perceptions with various assumptions of what a “typical” (fill-in-the-blank)... Learn More3 Most Socially Accepted Addictions
Author: Justin Mckibben Human beings are wired to seek pleasure, so is it any wonder that we become habitually hooked on behaviors and substances that provide us with a quick dose of that ‘feel good’ stimulation. Probably all of us... Learn MoreNegative Addiction Stigma: The Struggle is STILL Real
Author: Justin Mckibben Drug addiction stigma is real. The struggle to overcome that addiction is still very real. Average people seem to speak negative opinions and spark controversial conversations more than creating productive personal support or inspiration and compassion. The... Learn More5 Ways Recovering Addicts Contribute to Addiction Stigma
Stigma is an ugly thing, simply put it is just a negative stereotype. Defined as a mark of disgrace to be associated with specific circumstance, quality, or individuals a stigma is just another way that addicts and are put into... Learn MoreOpinion: Should Addicts Celebrate Recovery or Maintain Anonymity
Anonymity has always been a spiritual tradition of 12 step fellowships like AA and NA. Yet even as it protects people from public shame, it also preserves the negative stigma and stereotypes associated with addiction. Is it time that recovering addicts and... Learn MoreInternational Overdose Awareness Day
International Overdose Awareness Day is a day that hopes to reduce the shame and guilt that is so often associated with drug use and drinking. International Overdose Awareness Day themes include prevention and remembrance. International Overdose Awareness Day wants to provide... Learn MoreIn the News: Rob Delaney Urges Addicts to Have Hope
In the wake of 31 year old Cory Monteith’s death, comedian and notorious twitter personality, Rob Delaney, used his social media presence to tell addicts that there is help available for addiction. On Sunday, he tweeted “Love to Cory Monteith.... Learn More
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