What is success in treatment for opioid use disorder? Perspectives of physicians and patients in primary care settings

Original research
par
Hooker, Stephanie A. et al

Date de publication

2022

Géographie

USA

Langue de la ressource

English

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

Non

Évalué par des pairs

Yes

L’objectif

The study sought to identify indicators of success in primary care–based medication for OUD (MOUD) treatment from the perspectives of patients with OUD and the physicians who treat them.

Constatations/points à retenir

Success was found to be much wider than just retention in treatment. Seven themes of success emerged: (1) staying sober; (2) tapering off buprenorphine; (3) taking steps to improve physical and mental health; (4) improved psychological well-being; (5) improved relationships; (6) improved role functioning; and (7) decreased stigma and shame.

La conception ou méthodologie de recherche

Semi-structured qualitative interviews (n=18 patients + n=14 physicians)

Mots clés

About PWUD
About prescribers
Transitions in care/treatment
Substitution/OAT
Stigma