Addiction Quote by Cathryn Kemp
““we are all the shunned masses, part of the bands of outcasts of a society that worships self-control and despises addiction as a moral failing.””
About This Quote
Society shuns those who struggle with addiction, labeling it a moral failing, while praising self‑control.
In simple terms: Addiction is stigmatized as immoral, self‑control praised.
Key Takeaway
Challenge the stigma around addiction.
Themes
stigma
addiction
self‑control
Mood
critical
compassionate
Type
social
analytical
When to use this quote
- health policy
- support groups
- public education
- media representation
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we reframe addiction?
- What alternatives to moral judgment exist?
A Different Perspective
Self‑control is not always attainable.
