American Society of Addiction Medicine
American Society of Addiction Medicine
Lead: Disparities in Treatment and Referral After an Opioid Overdose Among Emergency Department Patients
Lead: Disparities in Treatment and Referral After an Opioid Overdose Among Emergency Department Patients
Lead: Disparities in Treatment and Referral After an Opioid Overdose Among Emergency Department Patients
Tuesday 15th July 2025
Discover treatment disparities in opioid overdose care and explore emerging addiction medicine trends in this engaging podcast episode.
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Episode Overview
- Black patients less likely to receive outpatient treatment referrals after opioid overdose.
- Non-prescribed stimulant use among young adults shows varied trends.
- Pregnenolone may reduce cocaine cravings and usage.
- Exercise improves mental health for those with alcohol use disorder.
- E-cigarette carriers impact craniofacial development.
"Black patients presenting to the ED with opioid overdose may be less likely to receive outpatient treatment referrals."
Get ready to dive into a fascinating discussion about the disparities in treatment and referral after an opioid overdose in emergency departments. This episode of 'This Week in Addiction Medicine' brings to light the stark differences in how Black and White patients are referred for outpatient treatment following an opioid overdose. You'll hear about a cohort study that reveals Black patients are less likely to receive these crucial referrals, pointing to a need for better intervention strategies.
The episode doesn't stop there, though. It also covers the rising trend of non-prescribed use of stimulants like Adderall and Ritalin among young adults, with some surprising statistics on usage patterns. The conversation shifts gears to explore how pregnenolone could be a game-changer for those battling cocaine cravings and usage. With stress-provoking imagery and cocaine cues ramping up cravings in the placebo group, pregnenolone seems to offer a promising alternative.
There's also a look at how exercise can significantly improve the mental health component of life for those with alcohol use disorder. And if you're curious about the effects of e-cigarette carriers on craniofacial morphology, this episode has you covered. So why should you tune in? This podcast is packed with eye-opening studies and insights that could reshape how we understand addiction treatment and prevention.
Whether you're someone dealing with addiction or simply interested in the latest research, this episode offers valuable knowledge and perhaps even hope for change.