Guidelines for Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails: A Tool for Local Government Officials, Jail Administrators, Correctional Officers, and Health Care Professionals
Report — Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Presents recommendations for effective withdrawal management to save lives and promote the wellbeing of adults (18+) who are at risk for substance withdrawal
A National Snapshot Update: Access to Medications for Opioid Use Disorder in U.S. Jails and Prisons
Article — Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Gives an overview of litigation, state legislation, and policies that had been adopted to increase access to MAT
Dying Inside: To End Deaths of Despair, Address the Crisis in Local Jails
Briefing Sheet — Monday, December 5, 2022
Outlines the legal framework on the right to adequate care and treatment in jails for medical, mental health, and substance use disorders
Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails: A Legal Brief
Article — Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Describes the scope of the challenge, provides an overview of key legislation and court cases related to substance withdrawal, outlines steps for creating a comprehensive response for people with SUD
Screening for Substance Use Disorders: An eLearning Resource for Jail Staff
Training — Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Teaches the basics of screening for substance use disorder among individuals entering jail
Screening for Substance Use Disorders in Jails
Article — Friday, February 4, 2022
Summarizes frequently used screening instruments with descriptions of their purpose, method administration, benefits, considerations, and cost/availability
The Americans with Disabilities Act and the Opioid Crisis: Combating Discrimination Against People in Treatment or Recovery
Briefing Sheet — Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Discusses how the Americans with Disabilities Act can help protect people in recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD) who are not engaging in illegal drug use from discrimination
