Reducing the stigma surrounding opioid use disorder: evaluating an opioid overdose prevention training program applied to a diverse population

Original research
par
Bascou, Nicholas Alexander 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

To evaluate the effectiveness of an innovative opioid overdose prevention program (OOPP), with changes in knowledge and attitudes serving as the primary outcome measures.

Constatations/points à retenir

Our innovative OOPP was effective not only in increasing knowledge but also in improving attitudes towards overdose reversal and reducing stigma towards individuals with OUD. Given the strong improvements in attitudes towards those with OUD, efforts should be made to incorporate the unique focus on biopsychosocial and sociohistorical components into future OOPPs.

La conception ou méthodologie de recherche

The OOPP was developed by a group of medical students under guidance from faculty advisors. A total of 440 individuals participated in the training; 381 completed all or the majority of the survey.

Mots clés

Overdose
Harm reduction
About prescribers
Stigma