Dynamic Labeling Discernment: Contextual Importance of Self-identifiers for Individuals in Recovery

Recent studies associate identifiers, such as “alcoholic/addict”, with stigma, discrimination, and service deficits. Yet, little is known about why and how self-identifiers are chosen. This study analyzed qualitative responses from individuals (N = 42) in recovery from substance use disorders (SUDs) concerning their use of “alcoholic/addict” or “person with a SUD”. Evaluative structure and generative theories were developed via latent content...