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  1. describingword.com › adjectives-for-addictionTop 30 Adjectives for Addiction (Negative & Positive Words)

    Oct 15, 2023 · Here are the 30 most common words to describe Addiction: Obsessive. Compulsive. Detrimental. Enslaving. Overwhelming. Entrapping. Relentless. Consuming.

  2. www.startswithy.com › adjectives-for-addictionDescribing Addiction: Adjectives & Examples - Starts With

    When it comes to addiction, finding the right words to describe its impact can be challenging. That’s why I have compiled a collection of adjectives that capture the essence of addiction, from its destructive nature to the overwhelming cravings that accompany it.

  3. engdic.org › adjectives-for-addiction20+ Best Words to Describe Addiction, Adjectives for ... - EngDic

    Jul 19, 2023 · Words to Describe Addiction with Meanings. Compelling: Highly captivating and irresistible. Consuming: Overwhelming and all-consuming. Destructive: Causing severe harm or damage. Devastating: Extremely destructive and overwhelming.

  4. www.thesaurus.com › browse › addiction17 Synonyms & Antonyms for ADDICTION | Thesaurus.com

    Find 17 different ways to say ADDICTION, along with antonyms, related words, and example sentences at Thesaurus.com.

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

    • What Is Stigma?
    • Where Does Stigma Come from?
    • How Does It Affect People with Sud?
    • How Can We Make A Change?
    • Terms to Use, Terms to Avoid, and Why

    Stigma is a discrimination against an identifiable group of people, a place, or a nation. Stigma about people with substance use disorders might include inaccurate or unfounded thoughts like: they are dangerous, incapable of managing treatment, or at fault for their condition.

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    Stigma around addiction may come from old and inaccurate ideas, or fear of things that are different or misunderstood. Today, we know that addiction is a chronic, treatable medical condition. We also know that people can recover and continue to lead healthy lives.

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    Feeling stigmatized can make people with SUD less willing to seek treatment.1,2
    Negative stereotypes about people with SUD can make others feel pity, fear, and even anger.2

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    When talking to or about people with SUD, make sure to use words that aren’t stigmatizing. See the table belowfor some helpful tips to get started.
    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...
    Let people choose how they are described.3If you’re not sure what words to use, just ask! Check in with friends or loved ones about how they refer to themselves and how they would like others to re...

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    The chart below can help you choose words to reduce stigma and use person-first language when talking about addiction.

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  7. www.merriam-webster.com › thesaurus › addictionADDICTION Synonyms: 10 Similar Words - Merriam-Webster

    noun. ə-ˈdik-shən. Definition of addiction. as in dependance. a physiological need for certain drugs an addiction to heroin. Synonyms & Similar Words. Relevance. dependance. dependence. habit. tolerance. alcoholism. monkey. jones. habituation. heroinism. morphinism. Examples of addiction in a Sentence.

  8. oxfordtreatment.com › addiction-resources-centerUsing Non-Stigmatizing Language to Talk About Addiction | Oxford

    Aug 26, 2024 · There are several words used to describe addiction, many of which have been born out of frustration, fear, and sadness. Sometimes, we do not always realize the harm that our words can cause because they are so commonly used throughout society.

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