Stigma

This kid-friendly video explains how repeated substance use can hijack brain function, and the importance of delaying use until the brain has fully developed.

This webinar recording from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) National Hispanic and Latino Addiction Technology Transfer Center on the implications of the opioid crisis in the U.S. Latino population is now available. This webinar discussed the implications of the opioid crisis in the Latino population in the US. It discussed social and cultural factors that cause substance misuse in Latinos. Additionally, barriers to services and treatments are discussed, along with strategies on how to increase engagement and use of services.

Provides a basic introduction of the concepts of the disease model of addiction and the role of the reward system. Using neuroscience concepts as a foundation, clinical manifestations of the disease of addiction are then discussed in the form of case-based presentations.

Patients in recovery from addiction and family members discuss the importance of having support and encouragement from the medical staff during treatment.

Discusses the importance of language when discussing substance use and reviews ways to improve language used during clinical encounters to improve patient care

Presents information about evidence related to the duration and process for MAT and how it can benefit patients with substance use disorders

Video about reducing stigma and talking to one's healthcare provider about alcohol use

The Decision Support Tool empowers providers to estimate Medicare and Medicaid revenue across prominent integrated care services to finance these services more effectively in community mental health care, substance use treatment and primary care provider organizations. It includes a list of specific billing codes, service types, professional discipline coverage, documentation and time requirements.

Explains patient rights and the Federal laws that protect people receiving MAT for opioid addiction. Describes who is protected by these laws and what they cover, including employment, housing, services, and public accommodations.

Provides principles and language suggestions that clinicians can use when discussing opioid risks and safety monitoring or introducing a change in treatment plan.