SLOs:

• Describe stigma and its potential impact, as well as the practical strategies to address it

• Describe how physician/clinician attitudes toward patients with substance use disorders can impact recognition, diagnosis, and treatment of patients

• Illustrate care that is free from discrimination

• Discuss how to provide care in a way that respects dignity and is culturally appropriate

• Explain international and national standards on mental health and human rights

• Demonstrate how to respect patient privacy and informed consent

General Instructions:

In this activity, you will work to develop an anti-stigma intervention for healthcare settings that addresses human rights concerns in substance use disorder treatment.

Step 1: Research and Analysis

• Review international human rights standards relevant to mental health and substance use disorders, including the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

• Examine evidence on the impact of stigma on healthcare outcomes for people with substance use disorders

• Study effective anti-stigma interventions that have been implemented in healthcare settings

• Research policies and legislation that protect the rights of individuals with substance use disorders

Step 2: Create and Submit

Develop a comprehensive anti-stigma intervention plan (500-750 words) that includes:

• Assessment of current stigma-related barriers in healthcare settings

• Analysis of how clinician attitudes affect diagnosis and treatment of substance use disorders

• Proposed evidence-based strategies to address identified barriers

• Implementation plan that incorporates human rights principles

• Evaluation metrics to measure effectiveness