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The opioid epidemic : origins, current state and potential solutions / Ethan O. Bryson, Christine E. Boxhorn.

Bryson, Ethan O., (author.). Boxhorn, Christine E., 1982- (author. ).

Summary:

"This important book argues that the course of the opioid epidemic can be changed. Covering the origins of addiction, the state of the worldwide epidemic, and the likelihood of success for current and proposed solutions, it is an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals, medical students, and those affected by addiction"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9781009256575
Physical Description: xiii, 246 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Publisher: Cambridge, United Kingdom ; Cambridge University Press, 2023.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Part I Origins of addiction -- Brief history of opioid misuse and addiction -- Why do some people become addicted to opioids while others don't? -- How culture, religion, and society impact opioid addiction -- Effect of policy and governmental regulations on the opioid epidemic -- Part II Recognizing that a problem exists -- Current data and worldwide opioid misuse statistics -- Changing trends in opioid misuse -- Actual cost of the opioid epidemic -- Impact of the opioid epidemic on healthcare infrastructure -- Part III Treatment plan -- Detoxification : how do we get ourselves off opioids? -- Outpatient treatment modalities -- True cost of opioid addiction treatment -- Harm-reduction, legal issues, drug court and other alternatives to discipline -- Part IV Recovery -- Stopping the cycle of relapse -- Rethinking anti-drug policies and changing drug education -- Proactive measures to prevent opioid addiction -- Can we make opioid misuse less dangerous?