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Medication-Assisted Treatment in the Courtroom: A Bench Card for Judicial Professionals Serving Parents and Children Affected by Opioid Use Disorders

Medication-Assisted Treatment in the Courtroom: A Bench Card for Judicial Professionals Serving Parents and Children Affected by Opioid Use Disorders

National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare, 2021

Designed for judicial professionals and their collaborative partners serving families affected by opioid use disorders (OUDs). Includes information on frequently used medications, questions to facilitate discussions with court participants, and links to additional resources. The companion document, Medication-Assisted Treatment in the Courtroom: A Primer for Judicial Professionals Serving Parents and Children Affected by Opioid Use Disorder provides more information on the barriers to treatment, language considerations, and the importance of collaboration for families.

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Topic(s): Medication for Substance Use Disorders

Section: Policy and Practice Resources