New research reveals high stigma and misunderstanding of treatable medical condition DALLAS , Oct. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On Saturday, November 9, at 8:00 a.m.
, an event to raise awareness about addiction and mobilize Dallas residents to end addiction stigma will be held at The Sound at Cypress Waters, 3111 Olympus Blvd, Dallas, TX. The event, organized by the national nonprofit Shatterproof and supported by local companies and community-based organizations, is a walk and rally for those impacted by substance use disorder (SUD) to unite and address the pervasive shaming and judgment toward people with this medical condition. Registration is still open to participate.
Visit www.Shatterproofwalk.org to register today.
"Everybody knows someone impacted by addiction, whether it be a family member, friend, neighbor or co-worker, and it is time we end the silence, stop the judgment and shame, and bring addiction out of the shadows," said Kirsten Seckler , chief marketing officer for Shatterproof. "Shatterproof is here to convene the many people who have been impacted and the many organizations that are making a difference locally. The Shatterproof Walk to End Addiction Stigma is a launching point for us to continue raising society's consciousness around this health condition.
" In the U.S., nearly 49 million people ages 12 and older have SUD.
At the same time, the majority of U.S. adults demonstrate high levels of addiction stigma.
This is according to new data that Shatterproof .