Use of Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder in Criminal Justice Settings ((Evidence-based Resource Guide Series)

Use of Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder in Criminal Justice Settings ((Evidence-based Resource Guide Series)
ISBN-10
179475542X
ISBN-13
9781794755420
Category
Reference
Pages
78
Language
English
Published
2019-11-19
Publisher
Lulu.com
Author
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Description

Treatment and recovery of individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) can vary. These individuals may have co-occurring disorders, live in diverse parts of the country, and face a variety of socio-economic factors that help or hinder their treatment. All these factors bring complexities to evaluating the effectiveness of services, treatments, and supports.Despite variations, substantial evidence is available to understand the types of services, treatments, and supports that reduce substance use, lessen mental health symptoms, and improve individuals' quality of life. Communities are eager to take advantage of what has been learned to help individuals in need.

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