The Authors’ Own Words: We ask authors to describe their impressions regarding the implications of their accepted work, how their findings will change practice, and what is noteworthy about the work.
Lara Maldjian, MPH; Anne Siegler, DrPH, MPH; & Hillary V. Kunins, MD, MPH, MS
Substance Abuse Vol. 37, Iss. 3, 2016
“This is the first study in the United States to look systematically at knowledge and self-efficacy among opioid overdose prevention trainees twelve months after training. This study shows that knowledge of the two most important overdose response actions (giving naloxone and calling 911), as well as feelings of self-efficacy, are high among training recipients, but that greater efforts should be made by trainers to reinforce knowledge of all recommended overdose response actions. Our results also suggest that trainings conducted indoors are associated with greater levels of knowledge; while we acknowledge that indoor trainings are not always feasible and recognize the importance of street-based outreach, outdoor trainings should strive to be as comprehensive as indoor trainings. This study reaffirms that individuals who attend overdose prevention trainings at registered NYC opioid overdose prevention programs have the requisite knowledge and confidence to respond to overdose in their communities twelve months after being trained, and are key responders in reducing mortality due to overdose.”
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