User:Pgunter99/Alcohol abuse


 * This section would be inserted after the third paragraph in the Treatment section of the article.

A major barrier to seeking treatment for those struggling with alcohol abuse is the stigma associated with alcohol abuse itself. Those who struggle with alcohol abuse are less likely to utilize substance (or alcohol) abuse treatment services when they they perceived higher stigma with alcohol abuse. The stigmatization of individuals who abuse alcohol has been linked to increased levels of depression, increased levels of anxiety, decreased levels of self-esteem, and poor sleeping habits. While negative thoughts and views around the subject of alcohol abuse can keep those struggling with this issue from seeking the treatment they need, there have been several things that have been found to reduce this stigma. Social support can be an effective tool for counteracting the harmful effects of stigma and shame on those struggling with alcohol abuse. Social support can help push those struggling with alcohol abuse to overcome the negative connotation associated with their struggle and finally seek the treatment that they need.

'''I would like to see more of the actual draft for the contributions you plan to make as opposed to a plan as outlined above. Why are you not including literature? I like your idea of adding information around the stigmatization of those who abuse alcohol. I look forward to reading more! (LIZ)'''

'''Pgunter99, I've completed my peer review. It's accessible through the peer review page, which I hope is where it's supposed to be. Thank you. Lridley097 (talk) 02:37, 27 February 2021 (UTC)Lauren

''PGunter99, I have reviewed your draft and added my peer review through the peer review link in wiki. I hope it suffices. Chanda''

I left some suggestions on the talk page for this sandbox. (Spencer)