Stories of Stigma: Anthony’s Story

Source: Commonwealth of Massachusetts

This 1 minute video tells the story of Anthony who resisted seeking treatment for his opioid addiction because of the stigma he encountered from people who considered him just a “junkie” or “drug fiend.” Part of the series of videos from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts “State Without Stigma” public information campaign.

Funding Source: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Bureau of Substance Abuse Services