The Great Lakes PTTC is committed to preventing and reducing the pervasive stigma associated with having, treating, or being in recovery from a substance use disorder.
States in the Great Lakes Region are taking action to prevent and reduce stigma through a variety of statewide and large-scale initiatives.
This recorded presentation from the Great Lakes PTTC gives an overview of stigma and its impact on people with mental health and substance use disorders.
Research shows that using affirming language can help reduce the stigma associated with having, treating, or being in recovery from a substance use or mental health disorder.
Click here to view resources on recommended alternative language.
Empowerment and resilience are the key tools in efforts to address stigma in all community sectors.
Click here to read more about the impact of stigma and evidence-based strategies for addressing stigma in specific community sectors.
SAMHSA's Technology Transfer Center (TTC) program includes the ATTC, MHTTC, and PTTC.
Click here for information on selected products from across the TTC programs.
A growing body of research documents the impact of stigma on health care, along with evidence-based practices for preventing and reducing stigma. Click here to read more.
Preventing the Spread of Stigma Part 1, Changing Attitudes & Terminology
Preventing the Spread of Stigma Part 2, Statewide Anti-Stigma Campaigns
Stigma Basics
Use the following slide decks and associated materials in education and outreach efforts to prevent and reduce stigma in specific community sectors:
Page updated: 11/11/2024
