Research Corner

Experiences of stigmatization lead to poorer health outcomes in people struggling with substance use––internalized and societal stigma can worsen health issues and decrease the likelihood that someone will seek help. This article highlights the positive impact that shifts in language can have on stigmatization, and advocates for the use of person-centered and non-value-based language to help reduce stigma.

This study examines the extent of formal training that treatment centers provide their counselors in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), contingency management (CM), and brief strategic family therapy (BSFT).

Building on Shared Experiences: The evaluation of a phone-based parent-to-parent support program for helping parents with their child’s substance misuse.