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  2. nida.nih.gov › nidamed-medical-healthWords Matter - Terms to Use and Avoid When Talking About ...

    Nov 29, 2021 · This page offers background information and tips for providers to keep in mind while using person-first language, as well as terms to avoid to reduce stigma and negative bias when discussing addiction.

  3. www.asam.org › docs › default-sourceWords Matter Terms to Use and Avoid When Talking About Addiction

    What is person-frst language? Person-first language maintains the integrity of individuals as whole human beings—by removing language that equates a person to their condition or has negative connotations.5 For example, “person with a substance use disorder” has a neutral tone and distinguishes the person from his or her diagnosis.6.

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  5. nida.nih.gov › research-topics › addiction-scienceWords Matter: Preferred Language for Talking About Addiction

    Jun 23, 2021 · Use person-first language, which focuses on the person—not their illness. It focuses on removing words that define a person by their condition or have negative meanings. 4 For example, “person with a substance use disorder” has a neutral tone and separates the person from his or her disorder. 5

  6. onlinelibrary.wiley.com › doi › fullPerson-first language and addiction literature: The presence ...

    Apr 1, 2024 · The use of appropriate, informed, empathetic, and person-first language (PFL) has been found to be an important factor in decreasing stigma toward those with an addiction and other mental health disorders (Ashford et al., 2018; Baker et al., 2022; Granello & Gibbs, 2016 ).

  7. opioidpreventionandtreatment.ucsf.edu › sites › gPerson First Language for Substance Use Disorders

    • Respects the worth and dignity of all persons (“people-first language”) • Focuses on the medical nature of substance use disorders and treatment • Promotes the recovery process

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  8. www.safeproject.us › resource › person-first-languageWhat is Person-First Language? - SAFE Project

    In short: it’s people first, it’s not the problem first. When we use person-first language, we put the emphasis on a person, but not their diagnosis, condition, or challenge. Terms like “user,” “junkie”, “addict”, “crackhead” are demeaning and disrespectful.

  9. magazine.medlineplus.gov › pdf › Person-firstPerson-first language for talking about addiction

    rson-first la. uage f. talking a. disorder (OUD), or person with opioid addictionPerson-first language. helps emphasize that SUD is a medical condition. It also shows that a person has a. oblem or illness, not that they are the problem. It. l or engages in unhealthy/hazardous alcohol usePerson-first language.