Naloxone Myths Debunked

This flyer from the Indiana Department of Health debunks myths that are associated with naloxone to reassure that it is safe, effective and does not deter substance use disorder treatment.





Last Updated:
March 13, 2024


Understanding and Reducing Opioid Misuse

This podcast series hosted by QSource highlights subject matter experts that address opioid misuse and stigma related to opioid use disorder. To access the podcast, click the URL and select the Opioid series. Two episodes most focused on opioid stigma include:





Last Updated:
March 13, 2024


Stem the Tide: Addressing the Opioid Epidemic | American Hospital Association

Chapter 13 of this publication from the American Hospital Association addresses shame and stigma and provides resources for health care providers, guidelines and perspectives, and case studies from hospitals and health systems seeking to reduce the stigma surrounding opioid use disorders.





Last Updated:
March 13, 2024


Shine A Light On Stigma: A Local and National Effort

This seven-episode podcast series hosted by Superior Health Quality Alliance aims to reduce stigma related to substance use disorders in nursing home settings by sharing viewpoints from quality improvement professionals, pharmacists and emergency department physicians.





Last Updated:
March 13, 2024


Addressing Stigma of Substance Use Disorder Rack Card

This rack card from Stigma Free West Virginia outlines the differences between public or societal stigma, personal or self-stigma, courtesy stigma, and structural stigma against people with substance use disorders and other behavioral health issues.





Last Updated:
March 13, 2024


I’m Still a Person (patient version)

These free downloadable e-books are appropriate for anyone interested in the topic of stigma related to substance use, including individuals and family members, as well as social work and physical or mental or behavioral health care professionals; people working in criminal justice, court, and child welfare systems; and people involved with recovery support.





Last Updated:
March 13, 2024


Addressing Stigma of Substance Use Disorders

This fact sheet, developed by the West Virginia Department of Health & Human Resources and Stigma Free WV, describes how people with substance use disorders often do not seek the treatment they need because of the stigma they face - even by their health care providers.





Last Updated:
March 13, 2024


Words Matter: Using People-First, Non-Stigmatizing Language

This guide to using non-stigmatizing language when discussing opioid use disorder (OUD) and substance use disorders (SUD) was developed by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services in partnership with the University of Michigan Injury Prevention Center.





Last Updated:
March 13, 2024


QIN-QIO Community of Practice Call | Atlantic Health System’s Post-Acute Care Collaboration Strategy

Business team having morning briefing, top view

IPRO QIN-QIO presents this Community of Practice webinar about the Atlantic Health System’s