This paper investigates the challenges of addressing opioid use disorder in rural areas and gives five suggestions on how rural states and communities can use evidence based approaches to offer better solutions to individuals seeking treatment for opioid use disorder. These suggestions outline ways to connect clinicians with patients, expand access to treatment, and increase inclusivity of special populations. Examples of programs that have been implemented in the state of Maine are provided.
Resource Type
Peer-reviewed Articles and Reports
Continuum of Care
Prevention
Treatment
Response Approach
Medications for Opioid Use Disorder
Overdose prevention
Peer-reviewed Article
Citation
Letourneau, L. M. (2021). Challenges of addressing opioid use disorder in rural settings: A State perspective. Preventive Medicine, 152, 106519. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ypmed.2021.106519
State / region
Northeast
Maine