Recovery-related weight gain is a common concern for individuals in treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). While negative attitudes or judgments about being overweight are commonly experienced by many people living in the United States, for those in recovery for SUD this anti-fat discrimination is compounded by an existing prejudice related to their drug use. The dual cultural context that stigmatizes and discriminates against individuals during treatment can negatively influence the treatment experience and overall effectiveness of recovery from SUD.
