The Authors’ Own Words: Overdose History Is Associated with Post-Detoxification Treatment Preference for Persons with Opioid Use Disorder

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Overdose History Is Associated with Post-Detoxification Treatment Preference for Persons with Opioid Use Disorder

Michael D. Stein, MD; Jessica N. Flori, BA; Megan M. Risi,BD; Micah T. Conti, BA; Bradley J. Anderson, PhD; & Genie L. Bailey, MD

Substance Abuse Vol. 38, Iss. 4, 2017

“Treatment preference was significantly associated with sex, homelessness, and history of drug overdose, which two in five persons reported in their lifetime. While residential treatment was the treatment choice of only 11% of this cohort, persons who chose residential treatment were more likely to have experienced an overdose compared to persons who chose other aftercare options. Honoring patient preferences for aftercare may enhance transition to and engagement in aftercare.”