Beyond the Label is a compilation of resources focused on the stigma (prejudice and discrimination) associated with having concurrent mental health and substance use problems.

The purpose of the binder is to provide a framework for people who provide mental health and substance use services to examine their own prejudices or misconceptions—and to use the teaching tools in the kit to reach a variety of other relevant audiences. A CD of digital handouts is included in the binder.

This educational resource includes activities that:

• emphasize the impact of negative attitudes and beliefs on people with concurrent mental health and substance use problems
• highlight facts and dispel myths about concurrent disorders
• present positive stories showing people who have experienced concurrent mental health and substance use problems contributing to society
• present solution-focused approaches
• support addiction and mental health workers in their efforts to eliminate prejudice and discrimination against people with mental health and substance use problems.

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada's largest mental health and addiction teaching hospital, as well as one of the world's leading research centres in the area of addiction and mental health. CAMH combines clinical care, research, education, policy development and health promotion to help transform the lives of people affected by mental health and addiction issues.

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