Click here to download the resource. The words we use to discuss health and relationships can have a powerful impact on our conversations with and
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CanFASD: Language to avoid when talking about FASD
With the recent celebration of FASD day on September 9th, society is being exposed to more information on FASD. It is important to be aware
CanFASD Issue Paper: Individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and Experiences of Stigma
Issue Individuals with FASD face a great deal of stigma because of their diagnosis, their perceived abilities, and society’s preconceived ideas of their character. The
Prevention Campaigns Around The World: NOFAS Stamp Out Stigma Campaign
Join the NOFAS Stamp Out Stigma Campaign! Join NOFAS and the NOFAS Circle of Hope to stop the stigma of birth mothers of children with
Substance Use Disorders and Stigma
Click here to download the infographic. Stigma is one of the biggest barriers to seeking and receiving treatment for people with substance use disorders. Stigma
Young people shift the ‘soft stigma’ of alcohol abstinence in Finland and Australia
A cross-cultural analysis of young non-drinkers in Finland and Australia has found both groups employed similar methods to manage the ‘soft stigma’ of abstinence. Led