Open Access Opinion

Provider Stigma Associated with Treating Drug Addiction

Bobbie Taylor*

School of Nursing, Marshall University, USA

Corresponding Author

Received Date: July 23, 2019;  Published Date: July 29, 2019

Abstract

Drug addiction has reached epidemic numbers in the United States. As the number of individuals with substance use disorders has grown, there remains a large portion of this population who do not seek treatment for their condition. Although many factors play into an individual’s choice to receive treatment, one must question if provider stigma may hold a role in the limited number of individuals seeking help. An increase in knowledge and easily accessible training may help close this gap in healthcare.

Keywords: Drug addiction; Provider stigma; Medication-assisted treatment (MAT); Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

Abbreviations: SUD: Substance use disorder; MAT: Medication-Assisted Treatment; PCSS: Provider Clinical Support System; SAMHSA: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

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