Impact of participation in a peer-led overdose program for people who use drugs

Original research
par
Perreault, Michel et al

Date de publication

2022

Géographie

Canada

Langue de la ressource

English

Texte disponible en version intégrale

Non

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

Non

Évalué par des pairs

Yes

L’objectif

This study explores the personal impact, including benefits and apprehensions, for PWUD who participated in a peer-led overdose prevention program and did not intervene post-training.

Constatations/points à retenir

The following participation benefits were reported, even if no naloxone administration occurred following training: improved sense of control and competency in potential overdose and other emergency situations, heightened feelings of responsibility to help others, overcoming social stigma, increased pride, confidence and self-esteem, renewed sense of hope, and changed drug use behaviours, namely reduced at-risk consumption behaviours.

La conception ou méthodologie de recherche

Semi-structured interviews (n=75)

Mots clés

Overdose
Harm reduction
About PWUD
Outcomes
Illegal drugs
Peer/PWLLE program involvement
Social benefits