Common themes in early state policy responses to substance use disorder treatment during COVID-19

Conclusion: States have made significant policy changes to SUD treatment policies during COVID-19, particularly regarding telehealth and facilitation of remote care. Understanding these changes could help policymakers prioritize guidance during the pandemic and for future health crises. Impacts of policies on disparate treatment populations, including those with limited technological access, should be considered.PMID:33909518 | DOI:10.1080/00952990.2021.1903023

Source: The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse - April 28, 2021 Category: Addiction Authors: Barbara Andraka-Christou Kathryn Bouskill Rebecca L Haffajee Olivia Randall-Kosich Matthew Golan Rachel Totaram Adam J Gordon Bradley D Stein Source Type: research