Connecting Anonymously: How Recovery is Represented Online
Date
2016-04
Authors
Comeau, Danielle
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Abstract
This study explores how an online forum is used in recovery from addictive substance use. By doing a content analysis of the forum REDDITORSINRECOVERY, online supports were found to be helpful in providing a space to exchange knowledge based on personal experience. Anonymity was found to be important because it protected against the stigma associated with being a person who uses drugs.
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Sociology and Social Anthropology Honours Theses
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Critical health studies, Internet, Substance use, Sociology