Experiences of Living With Opioid Dependence: An Interview Study Among Individuals Participating in Medication-Assisted Treatment.

Experiences of Living With Opioid Dependence: An Interview Study Among Individuals Participating in Medication-Assisted Treatment.
Issues Ment Health Nurs. 2016 Nov 30;:1-9
Authors: Melin Y, Eklund M, Lindgren BM
Abstract
In order to describe experiences of living with opioid dependence, thirteen interviews were conducted with people participating in medication-assisted treatment. The results showed that living with opioid dependence is about the two-faced drug. The participant's past was a constant burden in life, and the drug filled a spiritual emptiness. The participant's described a life in chaos and pain, and furthermore, a life without dignity and in alienation. Opioid dependence means great suffering. Having a holistic view and by gaining an understanding of the complexities of opioid dependence, healthcare professionals can provide nonjudgmental and respectful treatment.
PMID: 27901626 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Issues in Mental Health Nursing - December 3, 2016 Category: Nursing Tags: Issues Ment Health Nurs Source Type: research