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Getting more primary care providers involved may help integrate mental and physical health with substance use disorder treatment, Elizabeth Tracey reports
Getting more primary care providers involved may help integrate mental and physical health with substance use disorder treatment, Elizabeth Tracey reports
Getting more primary care providers involved may help integrate mental and physical health with substance use disorder treatment, Elizabeth Tracey reports
Monday 8th August 2022
Discover how integrating mental and physical health with substance use disorder treatment can improve outcomes, according to experts at Johns Hopkins Medicine.
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Get the buttons here!Bridging the Gap: Primary Care's Role in Treating Substance Use Disorders
Managing the full breadth of health issues in someone with substance use disorder could help reduce the likelihood of a bad outcome, especially in the of people who have both mental health issues and substance abuse.
Imagine a world where your mental and physical health are treated as one, especially when dealing with substance use disorders. In this episode of Johns Hopkins Medicine Podcasts, Eric Strain dives into the importance of integrating these aspects of health care. Strain, an expert in substance use disorders, highlights that about 40% of individuals struggling with addiction also face mental health issues. This dual challenge makes comprehensive care crucial.
Strain suggests that primary care providers (PCPs) could be the key to bridging this gap. Many children with ADHD and adults with major depression already receive treatment from their PCPs. By expanding the role of these providers to include more aspects of substance use disorder treatment, we can create a more seamless and effective healthcare system. This approach allows specialists to focus on the more complex cases, ensuring that every patient gets the care they need.
Education is at the heart of this integration. Strain emphasizes that both providers and patients need to be informed about the benefits of combining mental and physical health treatments. This knowledge can lead to better health outcomes and a more cohesive care experience. If you're curious about how this integration could change the landscape of addiction treatment, this episode offers valuable insights.
Whether you're directly affected by substance use disorders or simply interested in innovative healthcare solutions, you'll find this discussion enlightening.