Full course description
Description
This training addresses the opioid crisis in the United States, exploring its root causes, national trends, and actionable recommendations. Key topics include the over-prescription of opioids, the disproportionate impact on less-educated populations, and policy recommendations for addressing the crisis through prevention, treatment, and regulation.
Target Audience
Healthcare professionals, policymakers, public health advocates, and educators focused on combating the opioid crisis.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this training, you will be able to:
- Identify the primary contributors to the opioid crisis, including over-prescription and socio-economic factors.
- Recognize the demographic groups most affected by deaths of despair.
- Understand the role of fentanyl in the rise of opioid overdose deaths.
- Evaluate effective strategies for prevention, treatment, and policy implementation to combat the crisis.