Clinicians can use specific, person-centered language that has been shown to reduce stigma and may promote engagement in addiction treatment.
Physician health programs boast favorable treatment success rates, and some strategies they employ—including long-term monitoring and regular use of substance use biomarkers—may be applicable to the general population.
Encounter-related “touchpoints”—such as release from incarceration and opioid detoxification—have been shown to present opportunities to intervene, reduce harm, and engage patients in substance use treatment.
In today's episode, Dr. Brian Hurley provides expert insights into the current state of stimulant use disorder, its implications across different regions, and available...