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More than 450,000 Americans have died from opioid overdoses since the late 1990s. In Opioid Reckoning, Amy C. Sullivan explores the complexity of the crisis through firsthand accounts of people grappling with the reverberating effects of stigma, treatment, and recovery. By centering the voices of many people who have experienced opioid use, treatment, recovery, and loss, Sullivan exposes the devastating effects of a one-size-fits-all approach toward treatment of opioid dependency.

The Opioid Epidemic: What Everyone Needs to Know is an accessible, nonpartisan overview of the causes, politics, and treatments tied to the most devastating health crisis of our time. Its comprehensive approach and Q&A format offer listeners a practical path to understanding the epidemic from all sides: the basic science of opioids; the nature of addiction; the underlying reasons for the opioid epidemic; effective approaches to helping individuals, families, communities, and national policy; and common myths related to opioid addiction.

Drug overdoses are now the leading cause of death for Americans un­der the age of 50, claiming more lives than the AIDS epidemic did at its peak. Opioid abuse accounts for two-thirds of these overdoses, with over 100 Americans dying from opioid overdoses every day. Now Overcoming Opioid Addiction provides a comprehensive medical guide for opioid use disorder (OUD) sufferers, their loved ones, clinicians, and other professionals. Here is expertly presented, urgently needed in­formation and guidance

This six-part podcast series explores the rise of synthetic opioids—from their pharmaceutical origins to their devastating impact on communities across the world. With deep dives into fentanyl’s potency, global trafficking routes, and the growing death toll, each episode sheds light on the crisis gripping public health. Hear stories of survival, the fight for recovery, and the hope for a future beyond addiction. For more thought-provoking and engaging podcasts, visit: https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Click here to browse handpicked Amazon finds inspired by this podcast series! https://...

An evidence-based guide to using cannabis to enhance pain relief safely, effectively, and economically while reducing the risks of opioid addiction Opioid addiction has exploded to epidemic proportions in the U.S. Drug overdose is now the leading cause of accidental death. In 2012, 259 million...

This manuscript is about educating parents and youth on the safe and proper use of medications to avoid the potential dangers of prescription and substance drug abuse and misuse. The author was inspired to write this book in an effort to help parents and teenage youth, particularly adolescents (12- to 17 year-olds) about the dangers of abusing opioid prescription drugs, substances, and alcohol.

Opioid Conversations with Surgeons explores current topics and innovative approaches to surgical opioid stewardship, focusing on both clinician and patient perspectives.

"Opioids: Hidden Dangers, New Hope"--a Groundbreaking Podcast Series on Reversing America's #1 Drug Epidemic

Stay informed with the latest updates on the opioid epidemic in the US with the "Opioid Epidemic News and Info Tracker" podcast. Receive daily updates on crisis developments, prevention strategies, and expert insights. Perfect for health professionals, policymakers, and concerned citizens, this podcast ensures you have the most current and accurate information on the opioid crisis. Tune in every day to stay informed about new cases, treatment options, and public health advisories. Don’t miss out on this essential health resource—subscribe now to "Opioid Epidemic News and Info Tracker."...

This podcast is part of the toolkit, “Enhancing Opioid Stewardship in Rural Wisconsin Health Systems: A Toolkit for Pharmacists.” To access the full toolkit: https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/centers/sonderegger-research-center/toolkits/opioid-stewardship/To access this podcast with closed captioning and an accompanying transcript, please visit: https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/centers/sonderegger-research-center/toolkits/opioid-stewardship/

This creative Capstone project was organized by Sarah Scotto. The Capstone project topic is on The Opioid Crisis, and the need for more rehabilitation centers within the city of Baltimore, Maryland. Ten particpants were given a consent form prior to engaging in the interviewing process. Nine questions were asked of the participants to gather qualitative data.

Welcome to Tackling the Opioid Epidemic with The Prescription Playbook - a conversation about empowering and educating communities to prevent overdoses and end the opioid crisis.

This six part mini series features interviews with experts regarding the role of stigma in the opioid epidemic.

Suriving Opioids - Beyond an Epidemic is a show about life beyond opioid addiction. You'll hear from guests who have lived through, researched, experienced, or been working along side folks at the ground level. These lived experiences are raw, honest, and you're going to get incredible perspectives and conversations from a diverse group of people. This show is for anyone interested in opioid addiction and interested to hear that although we have lost hundreds of thousands of people this past decade, we also do recover. Jeff Simone is a Doctor of Pharmacy, Certified Professional Recovery Coach ...

The Compass Opioid Stewardship Clinical Cases podcast aims to provide clinicians with practical skills for managing patients on chronic opioid therapy. This 11 part podcast series introduces a framework to approaching clinical encounters with legacy patients on long term opioid therapy. Episodes highlight clinical patient scenarios through roleplaying and are followed by a discussion of the science, structure and pertinent clinical skills by Board Certified Addiction Medicine physician Dr. Donald Stader and clinical pharmacist Dr. Rachael Duncan. Episodes address initial encounters, building ...

The Compass Opioid Stewardship Program aims to combat the opioid epidemic through education. The program aims to accomplish the following goals: 1. Educate and provide outreach to outlier prescribers of opioids about best practices for prescribing opioids 2. Educate and provide outreach to outlier prescribers of opioids about non-opioid pain management therapies 3. Reduce the amount of opioid prescriptions prescribed by eligible prescribers

The response to the U.S. opioid crisis has been fractured, making it hard for experts to collaborate and share best practices. This approach has led to an abundance of policies and solutions, many of which target small portions of the crisis rather than taking a holistic view. To bring together experts from across industries, organizations, and specialties, the Aspen Institute and National Academy of Medicine launched the Action Collaborative on Countering the U.S. Opioid Epidemic. Through convenings, publications, strategic partnerships, webinars, this podcast, and other outlets the experts ...

The Compass Opioid Stewardship Program aims to combat the opioid epidemic through education. The program aims to accomplish the following goals: 1. Educate and provide outreach to outlier prescribers of opioids about best practices for prescribing opioids 2. Educate and provide outreach to outlier prescribers of opioids about non-opioid pain management therapies 3. Reduce the amount of opioid prescriptions prescribed by eligible prescribers

The NOCE Dose: The Opioid Crisis Unplugged is a concise and insightful podcast offering a deeper dive into the realities faced by professionals and champions combating the opioid epidemic within Nevada. Join us as we reconnect with expert panelists from our Listening Sessions, providing a behind-the-scenes look at their work and insights into the pressing issues of prevention and diversion, harm reduction, opioid use treatment, recovery, and reoccurrence prevention.

🎧 Dive deep into the complex world of addiction, recovery, and mental health. Brought to you by the renowned WAISMANN METHOD® Opioid Treatment Specialists and Rapid Detox Center, our podcast aims to empower and guide individuals and families grappling with addiction 🔄, mental health concerns 💭, or opioid use disorder 💊. Your hosts include Clare Waismann, Registered Addiction Specialist (M-RAS), Substance Use Disorder Certified Counselor (SUDCC II), and the founder of Waismann Method® and Domus Retreat®. She brings to the table her years of experience and profound understanding ...