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August 18, 2025Harm Reduction JournalOpen Access

A mixed-method exploratory assessment of provider-based stigma of opioid use disorder (OUD) and support for medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) in carceral settings

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KMKatherine McLeanNKNathan E. KruisEWEric Weintraub

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Overview

Mixed-method analysis identifies stigma as a barrier to medications for opioid use disorder in correctional settings, suggesting the need for change.

Key Points

  • Moderately high levels of opioid use disorder-related stigma were found among correctional professionals, impacting support for treatment.
  • A statistically significant relationship exists between provider-based stigma of opioid use disorder and support for medications for opioid use disorder.
  • Survey and interview methodologies highlighted barriers to implementation of medications for opioid use disorder in local detention centers.
  • Educational and anti-stigma campaigns are necessary to address misconceptions among correctional staff regarding opioid use disorder treatment.

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McLean et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af453aad7bf08b1ead2941https://doi.org/10.1186/s12954-025-01291-z
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