Michigan Safer Opioid Prescribing Toolkit

Nurses – Stigma Reduction

This section contains resources on how to avoid stigmatizing patients with opioid use disorder.

Stigma Reduction: The Role of Nurses (RN/BSN)

Words Matter Handout 

Download this guide to using non-stigmatizing language when discussing OUD and SUD.

Words Matter Pledge

Boston Medical Center has created a pledge for their healthcare team to stop the stigma associated with addiction.

Video: Stigma and OUD

A brief video from the Providers Clinical Support System (PCSS) about stigma.

Video: Respect and Dignity Key in Treating Substance Use Disorders

A brief video from the Providers Clinical Support System (PCSS) of patients in recovery discussing stigma.