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Attentional bias in opioid users: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Author: BredeEmily, MacLeanR Ross, RobinsonCendrine, SofuogluMehmet, WatersAndrew J

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Meta-AnalysisA statistical technique that integrates the results of multiple studies to draw more general conclusions about a particular issue.
ReviewAn article that critically examines existing research on a particular topic and summarizes the current state of knowledge in the field.
Systematic ReviewA review that systematically collects, evaluates, and integrates relevant research to answer a specific research question.

Overview

Opioid use is a major public health crisis in the US. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is an effective approach, but additional behavioral therapies are needed. This study examines the potential for addressing attentional biases, which may contribute to opioid use, as a target for additional behavioral treatments.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Opioid use in the United States is a national public health emergency. The primary treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) is medication assisted treatment (MAT). Although effective in improving treatment outcomes in OUD, there is a need to develop behavioral treatments adjunctive to MAT. The curren...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2018.07.012

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Attentional Bias in Opioid Users

This systematic review and meta-analysis explores the concept of attentional bias in opioid users and its potential implications for developing effective treatment strategies for opioid use disorder (OUD). The study synthesizes existing research on attentional bias in OUD, examining the relationship between biased attention to drug-related cues and treatment outcomes. The study highlights the potential role of attentional bias as a target for developing behavioral therapies adjunctive to medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for OUD.

A New Avenue for Treating Opioid Use Disorder

This review and meta-analysis offers a new avenue for developing effective treatments for OUD. The study's findings suggest that addressing attentional bias may be a crucial component of effective treatment strategies. The study highlights the potential for developing behavioral interventions that target and modify attentional bias, potentially enhancing the effectiveness of MAT and improving treatment outcomes.

The Importance of Personalized Treatment Approaches

This research underscores the importance of personalized treatment approaches for OUD. The study's findings suggest that attentional bias may play a significant role in OUD, emphasizing the need for individualized treatment plans that address this specific cognitive process. This may involve incorporating behavioral therapies that target attentional bias alongside MAT, potentially leading to more effective and long-lasting recovery for individuals struggling with OUD.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This systematic review and meta-analysis, like a camel traversing a challenging desert landscape, highlights the complexities of treating OUD. The study's findings offer a new perspective on the role of attentional bias in OUD, suggesting that targeting this cognitive process may be a key component of effective treatment strategies. This research underscores the importance of developing individualized treatment plans that address the unique needs of each individual struggling with OUD, paving the way for a brighter future for those seeking recovery.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-12-11
  2. Date Revised 2023-09-18
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

30157467

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2018.07.012

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