Understanding the financial barriers to treatment among individuals with opioid use disorder: a focus group study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Despite the established effectiveness and relatively widespread availability of Medications for Opioid Use Disorder, individuals seeking treatment frequently encounter various structural and social barriers, including costs of treatment. This study aimed to understand the financial barriers that affect treatment continuation in individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD).

Methods

In this qualitative study, seven semi-structured in-depth focus group interviews were conducted among 28 participants in treatment for OUD. Basic demographic information were collected in a pre-focus group survey. Focus group interviews were conducted from December 2021 to February 2022. A moderator guide was used to facilitate the discussion. Transcripts were managed using ATLAS.ti© v7.

SUBMITTER: Anyanwu P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11660775 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature