Does Stigma Still Exist

Spero Health Clinical Insights

In this episode of the Spero Health Clinical Insights Podcast, host David Hayden sits down with Ginger Jackson, Spero Health’s VP of Marketing, for a candid and eye-opening conversation about the real impact of stigma on those struggling with addiction. Together, they explore how stigma around addiction has changed over the years, the barriers it creates, and how it still holds many people back from seeking treatment.

Ginger shares personal insights and practical strategies for breaking down these barriers—everything from the importance of compassionate language and community partnerships to the power of personal storytelling and education. If you’re looking for ways to better understand addiction, support those in recovery, or just want to learn what you can do to make a difference, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.