Original research
by
Jiang, Xinyi et al
Release Date
2021
Geography
USA
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
No
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
This study aims to explore the characteristics of US adults who used illicitly manufactured fentanyl (IMF), heroin, or misused prescription opioids and examine the associations between demographic, clinical, psychosocial characteristics and IMF use.
Findings/Key points
Individuals with a previous overdose were more likely to use illicit fentanyl. Non-Hispanic Black persons were more likely to use illicit fentanyl. Individuals assessed in the Northeast were more likely to use illicit fentanyl. Medication for substance use disorder was associated with less illicit fentanyl use. Attending self-help meetings was associated with less illicit fentanyl use.
Design/methods
Convenience sample
Keywords
Overdose
Evidence base
Equity
Illegal drugs
