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

Download or read book Use of Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder in Criminal Justice Settings ((Evidence-based Resource Guide Series) written by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2019-11-19 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.