USA. Recommendations for Curricular Elements in Substance Use Disorders Training
USA. Recommendations for Curricular Elements in Substance Use Disorders Training
The United States faces a crisis of deaths from opioids, stimulants, synthetic agents, tobacco and alcohol.1 These deaths represent a mere fraction of the total number of Americans harmed by substance misuse, and many people suffer daily from chronic use disorders. The long-term effects of substance misuse impact individuals, families, and communities. This is further compounded by changing patterns of substance misuse, as well as an increasing incidence of polysubstance use. The rise in fentanyl use or exposure, concurrent substance misuse, as well as overdose deaths, necessitates consideration of educational elements that promote understanding of SUDs, as well as their identification, treatment, and management. (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, USA, 2023)
https://www.samhsa.gov/medications-substance-use-disorders/provider-support-services/recommendations-curricular-elements-substance-use-disorders-training