Limited access to medications for AUD found in study of counties
Abstract
A study published in JAMA Network Open this month has found that medications for alcohol use disorder (MAUD) are underused in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment facilities. While MAUD increased from 2017 to 2021, growth since then has plateaued, according to the study, “Medication Availability for Alcohol Use Disorder in Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facilities” by Yuji Mizushima, Ph.D., and colleagues. The researchers urge expanding MAUD‐providing facilities, especially in underserved counties.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
Mental Health Treatment and Access
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Alcoholism & Drug Abuse Weekly
- Volume
- 38
- Issue
- 3
- Pages
- 7–8
- Publication date
- 17 January 2026
- Language
- EN