Original research
by
Anvari, Morgan S. et al
Release Date
2022
Geography
USA
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
No
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
One known barrier to MOUD retention is stigma, particularly within ethno-racial minority communities. Peer recovery specialists (PRSs), individuals with shared experience in substance use and recovery, may be particularly well suited to support patients in MOUD treatment, and may have capacity to play a key role in decreasing stigma-related barriers to MOUD retention.
Findings/Key points
Peer recovery specialists (PRSs) may be suited to shift stigma-related barriers. Participants described internalized and experienced MOUD and substance use stigma. Feedback supported a PRS model to shift stigma barriers for patients in MOUD care.
Design/methods
Study staff conducted semi-structured qualitative interviews and focus groups (N = 32) with staff and patients receiving MT at an opioid treatment program as well as PRSs in Baltimore.
Keywords
About PWUD
Barriers and enablers
Substitution/OAT
Peer/PWLLE program involvement
Stigma
