This article analyzes what the U.S. can learn from other countries’ approach to treating Substance Use Disorder. These lessons learned can help us as we move forward to solve the U.S. crisis.
Category: Medication Assisted Treatment
Substance Use Disorder Global Trends
Analyzing the U.S, Russia, France, and Portugal’s approach to Substance Use Disorder treatment Programs.
Why All the Stigma Around Opioid Use Disorder?
Stigma is a barrier for Opioid Use Treatment programs. We will not solve the Opioid Crisis until we educate our healthcare workforce in empathetic-compassionate communication, population-specific deescalation, and self-awareness of perceptions and biases.
Colorado and Opioids–a holistic approach
When it comes to solving the Opioid Crisis Colorado is progressive and innovative. Its approach is multidisciplinary, takes into account the social determinants of health, provides a structured and dynamic approach to family support, improves access to care, educates medical professionals on Opioid use reduction, and campaigns to reduce stigma in healthcare and the community.
Muito Bom–Portugal’s Approach to Treating Substance Use Disorders
Portugal’s approach to treating substance use disorders champions a multidisciplinary medical and judicial approach, stigma-free care, and support that addresses the social determinants of health.
France–Managing the Opioid Crisis
In contrast to the U.S., France places no restrictions on medical doctors prescribing Buprenorphine, no matter their specialty. No additional education is required because it is treated just like any other medicine. This means that primary care doctors can be a resource for patients with substance use disorders, even those in remote locations.
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