Cumulative barriers to retention in methadone treatment among adults from rural and small urban communities

Original research
par
Pasman, Emily et al

Date de publication

2022

Géographie

USA

Langue de la ressource

English

Texte disponible en version intégrale

Oui

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

Oui

Évalué par des pairs

Yes

L’objectif

Barriers are prevalent in less populated areas where treatment options are limited. This study examines barriers to retention in methadone treatment in a small Midwest community and identifies factors associated with greater endorsement of barriers.

Constatations/points à retenir

Most participants reported at least one barrier to retention in treatment and more than half reported multiple barriers. Travel hardships and work conflicts were the most highly endorsed barriers. Past year return to use and more severe mental health symptomology were associated with greater cumulative barriers. Greater levels of social support were associated with fewer barriers.

La conception ou méthodologie de recherche

Computer-based survey (n=267)

Mots clés

About PWUD
Barriers and enablers
Substitution/OAT