Tag: substance use treatment
The Decline in Buprenorphine Dispensing to Young People: A Closer Look at the Trends, Barriers, and Opportunities for Improvement
Opioid use disorder (OUD) remains a major public health crisis, particularly among young people. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT), which includes buprenorphine, has been recognized as...
Substance-Related Emergency Visits Rose in 2023: What the Data Tells Us About the Evolving Drug Crisis
Substance-related emergency visits increased by nearly 6% in 2023 compared to the previous year, according to a new report from the Substance Abuse and...
The Growing Role of Sober Living Homes in Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) are complex conditions that affect not only the mind but also various aspects of a person’s life, including their social...
The Future of Substance Use Disorder Treatment: A Regulatory Crossroads in 2025
The substance use disorder (SUD) treatment landscape is facing monumental changes in 2025, with several critical regulations poised to reshape the way care is...
The Gold Standard in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment: Addressing Access Challenges and the Growing Concern of Buprenorphine Diversion
Medication-based treatment has long been recognized as the gold standard for treating opioid use disorder (OUD). Medications like buprenorphine are widely regarded for their...
Navigating the Landscape of Substance Use Disorder Treatment in 2024: Challenges, Breakthroughs, and Hope for the Future
The year 2024 in the substance use disorder (SUD) treatment industry has been a dynamic mix of formidable challenges, technological disruptions, and unexpected breakthroughs....