Research Database: Article Details
| Citation: | Sigmon, S. C. (2014). Access to treatment for opioid dependence in rural America: Challenges and future directions.. JAMA Psychiatry, 71 (4), 359-360. |
| Title: | Access to treatment for opioid dependence in rural America: Challenges and future directions. |
| Authors: | Sigmon, S. C. |
| Year: | 2014 |
| Journal/Publication: | JAMA Psychiatry |
| Publisher: | American Medical Association |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2013.4450 |
| Full text: | http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapsychiatry/fullarticle/1819581 |
| Peer-reviewed? | Yes |
| NIDILRR-funded? | Not reported |
Structured abstract:
| Background: | Opioid abuse has become an epidemic in the United States, one that includes emergency room visits, premature death, HIV, hepatitis, crime, loss of workdays, and economic costs. |
| Purpose: | The author presents the challenges of accessing treatment for opioid abuse and dependence in rural America, as well as future directions for growth. |
| Disabilities served: |
Alcohol and drug abuse |
| Populations served: |
Rural and remote communities |