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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Tony Jones

Kate speaks out over ‘stigma’ of addiction in poignant message

The Princess of Wales has urged an end to the "stigma" surrounding addiction, calling for society to show "compassion and love" to those dependent on drugs, alcohol, or gambling.

Marking Addiction Awareness Week, which runs from 23 to 30 November, Kate stated that society’s experience of addiction is "shaped by fear, shame and judgement." She called for open conversations to bring the issue "out of the shadows."

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