How do we promote methadone and buprenorphine initiation among people with opioid use disorder?

The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse 2026

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Authors: Alice E. Welch, Ellenie D. Tuazon, Shivani Mantha
DOI: 10.1080/00952990.2026.2639477
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References: 27

Abstract

Opioid overdose deaths are preventable, and opioid use disorders are treatable. Yet overdose remains the leading cause of preventable injury-related death in the United States (1). Medications for ...

Fields of Study & Subjects

Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes Pain Management and Opioid Use

Publication details

Journal / source
The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Volume
52
Issue
1
Pages
1–4
Publication date
2 January 2026
Language
EN