Addiction: Where Framing Can Be a Matter of Life and Death: Response to Flusberg et al. (2024).

The article discusses the critical role of linguistic framing in shaping our understanding of addiction, particularly in the context of historical stigmatization and moral judgments. It highlights the evolution of terminology in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) and the impact of labeling on treatment approaches and societal perceptions. The text emphasizes the need for thoughtful linguistic framing to address addiction as a health issue and avoid stigmatization, while also acknowledging the complexities and implications of terminology in policy, treatment, and public perception. [Extracted from the article]