Addiction Policy Forum
The Addiction Policy Forum and Gallup partnered to examine how Americans understand substance use disorders, perceive people in recovery and support policies that expand access to treatment and recovery resources.
Addiction Stigma in America: How Public Knowledge Shapes Attitudes Toward Recovery
This nationally representative Gallup study, conducted in partnership with the Addiction Policy Forum, examines how Americans understand substance use disorders and how those beliefs shape attitudes toward recovery.
The findings reveal a complicated picture. While many people view addiction through a medical lens and express support for those in recovery, stigma and misunderstanding still shape how recovery is perceived in everyday life. The study also highlights the powerful role education and awareness can play in reducing bias, encouraging empathy and building stronger support for treatment and recovery resources.
Read the full report to explore how public understanding of addiction shapes attitudes toward recovery, treatment access and support for people navigating substance use disorders.
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