May 1, 2024
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The opioid epidemic is a serious public health crisis that has been devastating communities across the United States. In 2020, more than 107,000 people died from drug overdoses, and two-thirds of those deaths involved opioids. The crisis has been fueled by the overprescription of opioids, the rise of fentanyl, and the lack of access to treatment.
Causes of the Opioid Epidemic
There are a number of factors that have contributed to the opioid epidemic, including:
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Reading list
We've selected ten books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Opioid Epidemic.
Tells the story of the opioid epidemic in America, from its roots in the overprescription of opioids to its devastating impact on communities across the country. It powerful and heartbreaking account of the human cost of addiction.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the war on drugs, from its origins to its present-day consequences. It must-read for anyone who wants to understand the opioid epidemic.
This report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provides a comprehensive overview of the relationship between pain management and the opioid epidemic. It covers the latest evidence on the use of opioids for pain relief, as well as the risks of opioid misuse and addiction. It valuable resource for clinicians, policymakers, and researchers.
Tells the story of the Sackler family, the owners of Purdue Pharma, the company that manufactures OxyContin. It damning indictment of the pharmaceutical industry and its role in the opioid epidemic.
This report from the World Health Organization provides a comprehensive overview of the evidence on opioid dependence and treatment. It valuable resource for clinicians, policymakers, and researchers.
This report from the National Governors Association provides a blueprint for preventing and responding to the opioid epidemic. It covers a wide range of topics, including prevention, treatment, and recovery support. It valuable resource for state policymakers and other stakeholders.
This guide is designed to help local health officials understand the opioid epidemic and develop effective response strategies. It covers the latest evidence-based interventions, as well as the resources that are available to local health departments.
Practical guide for clinicians who are treating patients with opioid addiction. It covers the latest evidence-based interventions, as well as the ethical and legal issues that clinicians need to be aware of.
Comprehensive overview of the neuroscience of addiction. It covers the neurobiological mechanisms that underlie addiction, as well as the implications for treatment and prevention.
Tells the stories of people who have recovered from opioid addiction. It powerful and inspiring account of the power of hope and redemption.
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