Fact or Myth
SUD is a simple, acute condition that is treatable.
MYTH
SUD is a chronic, complex condition that can be treated.
Prescription medication used to aid in smoking cessation
Varenicline (Chantix)
Agency in the US Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Healthcare professionals are 10-15% more likely to develop SUD than the general public
FACT
Oftentimes the shame associated with asking for help delays treatment.
FDA-approved OTC medication that can be used to reverse an opioid overdose.
Naloxone
Community-based wellness organization in Atlanta committed to promoting health and dignity by reducing the impact of HIV/Aids, Hep. C, STI, and Substance Use in vulnerable communities. AHRC
Atlanta Harm Reduction Coalition
SUD is a title only given to people struggling with illicit drug use.
MYTH
A person may struggle with a variety of substances including alcohol, prescription substances, illicit substances, or psychoactive substances.
Used in combination with medications to assist patients in their recovery. May include meetings with health professionals or close family/friends.
Behavioral Therapy/Psychotherapy
A fellowship in which men and women share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that may solve their common SUD and help others in their recovery journey. Some title may be AA, CA, CMA, NA, etc.
--------- Anonymous meetings
Approximately 11-15% of pharmacists will experience SUD.
Fact
Many of the pharmacists misusing substances are often discovered by their State Boards of Pharmacy.
Prescription medication that can be used to aid patients with alcohol and narcotic SUD.
Naltrexone
Georgia-state-based resource available 24/7 for problems with developmental disabilities, mental health, drugs, or alcohol.
Georgia Crisis and Access Line
Patients that relapse will never overcome their SUD
MYTH
Relapse is not a sign of failure and is to be expected in a person's recovery. A relapse may be an indicator that the patient's therapy needs modification.
FDA-approved treatment for opioid disorders that is available in sublingual, implant, and injectable forms.
Buprenorphine
Suicide or Crisis Lifeline can be contacted by...
Calling of texting 988