Marshall Poe
Marshall Poe
How Do We Treat Opioid Addiction?
How Do We Treat Opioid Addiction?
How Do We Treat Opioid Addiction?
Monday 13th February 2023
Mark Parrino explores opioid addiction treatment's evolution, from methadone's history to modern challenges and policies, on New Books in Drugs, Addiction, and Recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Mark Parrino on the Evolution of Opioid Addiction Treatment
People's ideas about treatment for this particular issue is so bound up with their ideas of drug use itself, specifically illicit drug use, that I think it is very difficult for people to wrap their heads around the idea of legalizing and sort of legitimizing an action that is still seen by many as incurably stigmatized, and that's tough.
Ever wondered how opioid addiction treatment has evolved over the decades? In this episode, Mark Parrino, president of the American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence (AATOD), shares his deep-rooted expertise and experiences from his career, which began in 1974. He chats with host Marshall Poe about the journey of opioid treatment, focusing on the significant milestones and persistent challenges in the field.
Parrino sheds light on the comprehensive census conducted by AATOD and NASADAD in December 2022, revealing key data from over 1,500 government-certified opioid treatment programs across the U.S. This episode dives into the history of medication-assisted treatment (MAT), particularly methadone, and its role in combating opioid use disorder (OUD).
Parrino recounts his early days as a young clinician in Manhattan during the 1970s and the tumultuous period of the 1980s, which he refers to as the 'dark ages' of methadone treatment. The conversation also touches on contemporary issues such as the stigma surrounding drug use and the critical need for public and professional education.
Parrino emphasizes the growing acceptance and expansion of MAT, highlighting recent legislative advancements like New York State's mandate for correctional facilities to provide MAT to inmates. This episode offers a treasure trove of insights for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of opioid addiction treatment from a seasoned expert.