American Society of Addiction Medicine
Shawn McNeil, MD
Sex Differences Among Adults With Opioid Use Disorder
Sex Differences Among Adults With Opioid Use Disorder
Sex Differences Among Adults With Opioid Use Disorder
Thursday 29th April 2021
Dr. MacKenzie Peltier discusses gender-specific vulnerabilities in opioid use disorder and the importance of tailored treatments for women.
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Get the buttons here!Gender Matters: Unpacking Opioid Use Disorder with Dr. MacKenzie Peltier
We really need to work and focus on sex-specific interventions that can help women achieve abstinence and live the lives they want to live, and I think we can very much do that as clinicians and researchers, but by really understanding that substance use disorder may impact men and women differently and that that should go and be considered as where treatment planning and also planning our research studies as well.
Ever wondered how opioid use disorder affects men and women differently? This episode of 'Addiction Medicine: Beyond the Abstract' brings you a fascinating conversation between Dr. Shawn McNeil and Dr. MacKenzie Peltier, an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Peltier dives into her research, shedding light on the unique vulnerabilities faced by women with opioid use disorder. Dr. Peltier's journey into addiction research is as compelling as her findings.
She shares her experiences that led her to focus on sex-specific vulnerabilities in opioid use disorder. One striking discovery is the higher likelihood of past-year psychiatric diagnoses among women compared to men. This episode also delves into how pain perception varies between sexes and its correlation with mental health issues. What makes this discussion even more critical is the impact of co-occurring post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) on women with opioid use disorder. Dr.
Peltier emphasizes the necessity for tailored interventions to address these complex challenges. Her insights offer valuable clinical points for both researchers and clinicians aiming to improve treatment outcomes for women. If you're keen on understanding the nuances of opioid use disorder and the importance of gender-specific approaches in treatment, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Peltier's research underscores the need for personalized care strategies to effectively manage multi-morbidities in both men and women.