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Engaging and Retaining Young People in OUD Treatment: Making the Wish Come True
ASAM Practice Pearls
32 minutes 47 seconds
5 months ago
Engaging and Retaining Young People in OUD Treatment: Making the Wish Come True
In this episode of ASAM Practice Pearls, host Dr. Stephen Taylor welcomes Dr. Marc Fishman for an insightful conversation on improving engagement and retention of youth in medication treatment for opioid use disorder (MOUD). They examine the unique challenges young people face and present developmentally informed strategies—including prevention, family involvement, and assertive outreach. The discussion highlights the importance of a medication-first approach and building partnerships with schools and communities to foster long-term recovery.
