Publications by authors named "Veronica Howell"
J Subst Abuse Treat
April 2021
Article Synopsis
- The 2017 declaration of the opioid epidemic as a public health emergency led to increased attention on effective treatments for opioid use disorder (OUD), particularly medication options, but studies show that medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) is still underused.
- This research involved interviews with 12 individuals seeking OUD treatment in Tampa, Florida, exploring their attitudes towards MOUD, categorized into positive perceptions, negative perceptions, and overall treatment perspectives.
- Findings revealed that negative views on MOUD are prevalent, often seen as merely substituting illicit opioids rather than addressing addiction's root causes; these perspectives are influenced by social networks, education levels, and regional cultural acceptance, highlighting the need for targeted education and
