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+44 28 3718 0055Journal of Addictive Behaviors,Therapy & RehabilitationISSN: 2324-9005
Todd D Author
Subjects of specialization
Affiliation
Opiate; Addiction; Pregnancy; Therapeutic strategy; Treatment; Psychosocial; Intervention
Research Development and Translation, Marshall Clinical Research Center, Marshall Health, Huntington, USA
Biography
Specialization in Food and Nutrition, Food Microbiology, Processing and Preservation, Food Engineering, Food Quality and has published article entitled Therapeutic Responsiveness in the Psychosocial Treatment of Pregnant Mothers with Opiate Use Disorder.
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Therapeutic Responsiveness in the Psychosocial Treatment of Pregnant Mothers with Opiate Use Disorder
Author(s): Louis N, Todd D and David J
Alarming escalation of the opiate epidemic makes clarity of best practice essential. Medication assisted treatment with psychotherapy is accepted as best practice but consensus about the most effective psychosocial strategies remain elusive. A careful review of existing guidelines, prominent meta-analyses and patient opinion, reveals dynamic and clear evidence based strategies for providers. Data indicates a strong correlation between ‘time in treatment’ and ‘treatment approach’. Contingency management is the only approach consistently shown effective during the first twelve weeks of treatment. Cognitive restructuring approaches generally show efficacy when treatment extends beyond twelve weeks and are well supported in research. The authors present a strategic m... view more»
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