Common Questions: Opioid Use Disorder
How big is the opioid epidemic?
How big is the opioid epidemic?
Who is most at risk for opioid use disorder?
Who is most at risk for opioid use disorder?
How can I tell if a loved one is addicted to opioids?
How can I tell if a loved one is addicted to opioids?
What’s the best way to treat opioid dependence?
What’s the best way to treat opioid dependence?
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The opioid epidemic is a national health crisis affecting hundreds of thousands of Americans. About 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them, and an estimated 4 to 6 percent of those transition to heroin. According to the CDC, from 1999 to 2016 200,000 Americans died from overdoses related to prescription opioids.
How big is the opioid epidemic?
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Opioid addiction can affect anyone at any age. Still, someone is more likely to have opioid use disorder if they are teens or young adults; have a history of substance abuse; have had legal troubles; are unemployed or living in poverty; have a history of severe depression or anxiety; engage in risky behavior; or use tobacco.
Who is most at risk for opioid use disorder?
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People who are addicted to opioids may feel they need the drug daily or several
times a day; have intense urges to use the drug to block out other thoughts; take large amounts for longer than intended; borrow drugs from others; over time, need more
of the drug to get the same effect; fail to meet work obligations; and engage in
risky behaviors.
How can I tell if a loved one is addicted to opioids?
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Many healthcare providers will suggest medication-assisted therapy (MAT) to treat opioid use disorder. This approach includes medication, cognitive behavioral therapy (or talk therapy), and counseling. This “whole patient” approach can increase the likelihood of a successful recovery.
What’s the best way to treat opioid dependence?