This free virtual panel of professionals and persons with lived experience aims to educate community members about the stigma associated with family members of individuals with substance use disorder. Participants will gain insights, share experiences, and learn how to support and advocate for families.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Define family stigma.
- Recognize the impact of substance use on the family.
- Identify strategies to reduce stigma towards individuals with substance use disorder and their families.
- Recognize the mental health impact faced by family members of individuals with SUD
- Discuss the importance of strong support networks for families coping with SUD