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Original post: Newswise - Substance Abuse Science is Rejecting Language About Alcohol and Drugs That Perpetuates Stigma and Worsens Outcomes -- But Must Do More
Scientists investigating substance use are making progress on eliminating stigmatizing language that can perpetuate negative biases and worsen outcomes, according to a new analysis of published research articles. Nevertheless, the field has further to go.