Often, mass media depicts those suffering from drug dependency as failures and burdens to society rather than folks who can have a decent future if they receive help. Such stigmatization and utilization of derogatory words like addicts and junkies is detrimental and dwindles the chances of winning the fight against addiction. Therefore, we should employ less judgmental and derogatory words when referring to those suffering from drug dependency to diminish the stigma associated with drug
Often, mass media depicts those suffering from drug dependency as failures and burdens to society rather than folks who can have a decent future if they receive help. Such stigmatization and utilization of derogatory words like addicts and junkies is detrimental and dwindles the chances of winning the fight against addiction. Therefore, we should employ less judgmental and derogatory words when referring to those suffering from drug dependency to diminish the stigma associated with drug