Identifying and addressing barriers to effective substance misuse treatment in rural settings.
Candice N. Hargons,
Kalea E. Benner,
Cynthia Wyman-Bookwalter
Abstract:Those seeking treatment for opioid or substance use disorder (OUD/SUD) often face obstacles, which may be exacerbated in rural areas. Barriers to treatment, such as access, stigma, and policies that no longer reflect the current needs of clients seeking treatment for OUD/SUD, are well-documented. However, barriers once engaged in treatment that impact persistence are relatively unstudied. This study sought to understand the barriers related to effective treatment provision with clients in OUD/SUD treatment, pa… Show more
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