7123-E Opioid and Stimulant Use Disorder Skills Workshop-Recording 1

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Video Summary

In this video transcript, Paul Hunziker, a licensed marriage and family therapist, discusses opioids and stimulant use disorders and the work of the Opioid Response Network (ORN). The ORN offers resources and technical assistance related to the opioid crisis and stimulant use, focusing on evidence-based treatments and recovery techniques. Hunziker emphasizes the importance of addressing local needs and providing ongoing education and training through the ORN. He delves into the physiological and psychological aspects of substance use disorders, detailing criteria for diagnosing substance use disorder and the spectrum of opinions on substance use. The discussion includes considerations around substance use as a normal part of life, moral judgments, protection of rights for people who use drugs, and varying perspectives on recreational heroin use. The presentation aims to promote understanding and compassion while addressing the complex challenges of substance use disorders in diverse contexts.

Keywords

opioids

stimulant use disorders

Opioid Response Network

evidence-based treatments

substance use disorder

education and training

recovery techniques