Περιγραφή
Opioid misuse is now a worldwide epidemic and major public health issue with widespread implications. This fascinating book provides a collection of compelling arguments on how the course of the opioid epidemic can be changed. It offers an overview of the historical origins of opioid addiction, a summary of the current state of the worldwide epidemic and an examination of the likelihood of success for current and proposed solutions. Specific chapters focus on why some people are affected by addiction, the effect of policy and regulations, changing trends in opioid use, detoxification, the financial cost of addiction treatment, and proactive measures to prevent addiction. Drawing upon both past and current academic research as well as personal accounts, ideas and concepts are presented in a clear and accessible narrative. This book is a convenient single source of information for healthcare professionals, students and individuals personally affected by opioid addiction.
- Combines historical information with current statistics to inform solutions based on what does and what does not work, allowing readers to understand why some proposed solutions have failed in the past and why others are more likely to be successful
- Broadly comprehensive yet accessible, serving as a convenient and digestible single source for information
- Features a roadmap with links to external online resources for further information directing readers to more in-depth information or to contact relevant programs, groups, societies or services for help
