Unraveling Shame: Exploring the Pathways That Connect Shame and Substance Use Disorders. An Attachment-Based and Polyvagal Approach.
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Authors
Wilson, Laura
Issue Date
2025-05
Type
Capstone
Language
en
Keywords
shame , substance use treatment , polyvagal theory
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Abstract
Shame is a powerful emotion that has long been theorized to play a role in the development and maintenance of substance use disorders. Despite the significant prevalence of substance-related deaths in Canada, limited research has investigated the influence of shame on substance addiction among substance-using populations (Government of Canada, 2024). In this capstone, I explore the existing research and literature and attempt to unearth the various ways that shame intersects with and influences the experience of substance use. Combining attachment-based and polyvagal principles, I provide a psychoeducational approach for discussing the subject of shame with individuals in substance use treatment within a group format. It is further proposed that the workshop material may serve as a resource for clinician groups to deepen their understanding of and comfort with their own shame-related responses.
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Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States
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