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
