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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:

https://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