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ArticleSubstance abuse : research and treatment2021

Untangling the Complexities of Substance Use Initiation and Recovery: Client Reflections on Opioid Use Prevention and Recovery From a Social-Ecological Perspective.

Geoffrey Maina, Kerry Marshall, Jordan Sherstobitof

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Article in Substance abuse : research and treatment, 2021. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 8 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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8 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 14 citations in OpenAlex.

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5 · Who and what money

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3 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

Geoffrey MainaUniversity of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1327-0363
Kerry MarshallUniversity of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada.
Jordan SherstobitofUniversity of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada.
University of Saskatchewan · CA

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundIn Canada, the rate of opioid use, opioid use disorder (OUD), and associated mortality and morbidity are higher among Indigenous Peoples than the general population. Indigenous Peoples on medications for opioid use disorders (MOUD) often face distinct barriers that hinder their clinical progress, leading to treatment attrition.

methodsWe used a social-ecological model to inquire into clients' experiences with a history of treatment failure for OUD. We used exploratory qualitative research to engage 22 clients with a history of OUD treatment dropouts and who are currently on MOUD. In-depth, semi-structured interviews lasting an average of 30 minutes were conducted on-site.

resultsWe identified 4 themes from the study: (a) risk for substance use; (b) factors sustaining substance use; (c) factors leading to treatment, and (d) treatment failure and re-enrollment.

conclusionUsing a socio-ecological model helps to understand factors that influence an individual's risk for OUD, decision to pursue treatment, and treatment outcomes. Furthermore, social ecological model also creates possibilities to develop supportive, multilevel interventions to prevent OUD risks and support for clients on MOUD. Such interventions include mitigating adverse childhood experiences, supporting families, and creating safe community environments.

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CanadaIndigenousmethadoneOpioid use disordersocial ecological modeltreatment outcome

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