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Chelsea Kimura, a technical specialist for the Opioid Response Network, introduces a session on brain science and addiction, aimed at tribal opioid response grantees and Native communities. The session, presented by registered nurse Stephanie Stilwell, focuses on the neurobiological foundations of addiction and substance use disorder (SUD), risk factors, prevention, and the impact of dopamine levels on addiction.<br /><br />Stilwell explains that SUDs are diagnosed using the DSM-5 manual, categorizing them into impaired control, social problems, risky use, and physical dependence. Addiction affects the brain's dopamine system, leading to behavior changes and physical dependence. The session highlighted the importance of understanding the risk factors, including genetic predisposition, childhood experiences, and community environment.<br /><br />Protective factors like positive role models, cultural connections, and social support are emphasized to counterbalance these risks. The session also discusses the significance of trauma-informed care and understanding historical trauma in Indigenous communities.<br /><br />Using videos, the session illustrates experiments showing that environment and social connections play crucial roles in addiction. The need for societal change to foster connection and support recovery is underscored. The session concludes with discussions on medication-assisted treatment and strategies to help individuals understand and manage their addiction.
Keywords
brain science
addiction
opioid response
Native communities
SUD
dopamine
trauma-informed care
medication-assisted treatment
prevention
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Funding for this initiative was made possible by cooperative agreement no. 1H79TI086770 and grant no. 1H79TI085588 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
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