*A Note on Language
We honor the experiences of participants with lived/living experience by not changing the language people used in these videos. However, some of the videos contain language that can perpetuate stigma toward people with substance use disorders. As healthcare workers, we should use person-first language to reduce stigma and bias. Not doing so leads to worse outcomes and experiences. Please review this NIDA page on person-first language for preferred terms to use when communicating both verbally and in charts.
Respect is vital to connecting with patients.
Treating people with substance use disorders with respect helps you connect with patients and provide care with dignity. What you say, how you show up, and what you do matters. It may make the difference in someone opening up, starting addiction treatment, or completing their hospital care.
