Words Matter: Shifting the Language of Opioid Use Disorder to Support RecoveryAs a doctor specializing in addiction medicine, I’ve seen firsthand how language can shape the experiences of people struggling with opioid use...reactionscomments
A Note to the Chronic Pain Community: We All Deserve Better CareIf you live with chronic pain and feel frustrated, unheard, or even angry about how pain care has changed since the opioid...reactions5comments
Overcoming the Stigma of Medication For Opioid Use DisorderMedication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) is the gold standard for treating opioid use disorder. However, only 11% of people diagnosed with...reactionscomments
National Fentanyl Awareness Day: Knowledge Saves LivesAs an addiction doctor and as a mom, National Fentanyl Awareness Day on April 29th holds deep meaning for me. It’s a...reactionscomments
Pain Leading to Purpose: How I Got Introduced to Harm ReductionEditor's Note: This article discusses overdose and its impacts, which may be distressing for some readers. If you need support, please reach...reactionscomments
Talking Openly About Opioids and Addiction: A Guide for Families, Schools, and CommunitiesAs a doctor, and as someone who grew up with an addicted parent, I’ve seen firsthand how silence around addiction harms families...reactionscomments
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