Low Threshold Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder-Low Threshold Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

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In the video transcript, Derek Glenn discusses low-threshold treatment for opioid use disorder, emphasizing the importance of increasing access to life-saving medication such as methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. He highlights the ongoing opioid epidemic and the need for effective treatment options. Glenn explains the differences between low and high-threshold models of care, focusing on reducing barriers to treatment and providing patient-centered approaches. Additionally, he stresses the significance of social support in aiding recovery, as well as the importance of addressing social contextual factors and incorporating primary care providers in the treatment process. Glenn advocates for the removal of barriers such as the X-waiver and emphasizes the benefits of low-threshold approaches in improving outcomes for individuals with opioid use disorder. He encourages engagement with organizations and resources to support patients throughout their recovery journey.

Keywords

opioid use disorder

low-threshold treatment

methadone

buprenorphine

naltrexone

social support

primary care