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Addressing Bias and Stigma in the Language We Use With Persons With Opioid Use Disorder: A Narrative Review
Werder K, Curtis A, Reynolds S, Satterfield J. Addressing bias and stigma in the language we use with persons with opioid use disorder: a narrative review. Journal of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association. 2022 Jan;28(1):9-22.
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The effectiveness of interventions for reducing stigma related to substance use disorders: a systematic review
Livingston JD, Milne T, Fang ML, Amari E. The effectiveness of interventions for reducing stigma related to substance use disorders: a systematic review. Addiction. 2012 Jan;107(1):39-50.
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Stigma as a fundamental cause of population health inequalities
Hatzenbuehler ML, Phelan JC, Link BG. Stigma as a fundamental cause of population health inequalities. Am J Public Health. 2013 May;103(5):813-21. doi: 10.2105/AJPH.2012.301069. Epub 2013 Mar 14. PMID: 23488505; PMCID: PMC3682466.
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A systematic review of stigma interventions for providers who treat patients with substance use disorders
Systematic literature review: found six types of provider focused stigma interventions with components including online education, in-person education, in-person contact with consumers in recovery, or some combination of these elements. Many interventions combined either in-person mentorship or contact with individuals in recovery; interventions with patient contact demonstrated long-term maintenance of attitudinal shifts. Bielenberg J, Swisher … Read more
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The Impact of Stigma on People with Opioid Use Disorder
This narrative review discusses how opioid-related stigma impacts treatment provision and harm reduction; it provides potential strategies to reduce stigma at a social and structural level. Cheetham, A., Picco, L., Barnett, A., Lubman, D. I., & Nielsen, S. (2022). The Impact of Stigma on People with Opioid Use Disorder, Opioid Treatment, and Policy. Substance Abuse … Read more
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Ambiguous identities of drugs and people: a scoping review of opioid-related stigma.
A scoping review of the academic literature to develop a typology of opioid-related stigma. Four themes were found and explored: (1) interpersonal and structural stigma toward people accessing opioid agonist therapy (OAT); (2) stigma related to opioids for the treatment of chronic pain; (3) stigma in healthcare settings; and (4) self-stigma. McCradden MD, Vasileva D, … Read more
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Knowledge of medications for opioid use disorder and associated stigma among primary care professionals
This survey of primary care providers found that MOUD knowledge was higher among physicians as compared to nurse practitioners and physician associates and found that lower MOUD knowledge was associated with more negative attitudes towards patients with OUD and MOUD treatment. Piscalko, H., Dhanani, L. Y., Brook, D., Hall, O. T., Miller, W. C., Go, … Read more
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The role of stigma in US primary care physicians’ treatment of opioid use disorder
This national survey of U.S. primary care physicians found that greater stigma was associated with an 11 percentage point lower likelihood that PCPs prescribed OUD medication and lower support for policies intended to increase access to OUD medication. Stone EM, Kennedy-Hendricks A, Barry CL, Bachhuber MA, McGinty EE. The role of stigma in US primary … Read more
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Barriers to Medications for Addiction Treatment: How Stigma Kills
This narrative article explores how stigma is a major driver behind the lack of access to opioid agonist therapy.
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I’m Still a Person – Stigma Workbook
An interactive workbook created to help give people the knowledge required to address substance use-related stigma within themselves, their families, and their communities.Webinars on Stigma and OUD
Anti-Stigma Toolkits & Guides

SAMHSA: Pocket Guide – MOUD for Opioid Use Disorder
Download this 16-page pocket guide for quick access to information on MOUD –find a checklist for prescribing, medications approved in the treatment of OUD, and a clinical opiate withdrawal scale.
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Rights for Individuals on Medication-Assisted Treatment – know your rights
Download this brochure to gain information on the Federal laws that prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities and how they protect people receiving MOUD.
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Considering Medication-Assisted Treatment? Make Sure You Know the Fine Print
As a parent, access this site to learn the fine print about some of the challenges that might come with different types of MOUD.
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The National Council for Behavioral Heath: Challenges and Myths about Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
Download this one-page fact sheet on the myths and facts on MOUD. Scroll down to “MAT Myths v Facts” to download.
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PCSS Patient materials
Access handouts for patients and family members on medication-assisted treatment.
What is MOUD?

ASAM patient Pocket Guide –Opioid Addiction Treatment
This patient pocket guide provides facts about treatment from The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM).
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Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction
MOUD can help your child overcome his or her opioid addiction. Learn more about what MOUD is, how it works, and if it could work for your family.
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Medication-Assisted Treatment eBook – free download
For a complete and comprehensive overview of medication for opioid use disorder, including how to find the right facility or treatment provider for your child, download our full eBook.
What is MOUD?

Reimbursement for Medications for Addiction Treatment Toolkit
Provides an overview of MOUD billing, information about Medicaid payment policies, alternative payment models, and more.
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Utilization Management for Medications for Addiction Treatment Toolkit
Provides a broad overview of medication utilization management techniques and describes ways that prescribers can facilitate patient access to medications.
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