Innovations stemming the rising tide of substance use disorders

Abstract

This briefing from Open Minds focuses on the need for integrated mental health and substance use services with increased individual attention on treatment and recovery needs and a greater focus on outcomes of care. As treatment needs are assessed and considered, Oss (author) writes about challenges to addiction treatment including health disparities, gaps in continuum of care models, and ability to successfully leverage knowledge and technology. Examples of innovative thinking for integrated treatment supporting workplace behavioral health as well are discussed.