The hidden agony of withdrawal and the limits of modern prescribing
In short: While the opioid epidemic is often discussed in statistics, Travis Rieder shares a personal account of the physical and emotional toll of withdrawal. He explores why the current medical system fails to prepare patients for the reality of ending opioid use.
The United States consumes nearly 70 percent of the global opioid supply despite making up only five percent of the world's population. This imbalance has fueled an epidemic resulting in tens of thousands of deaths annually.
Rieder argues that doctors who are quick to overprescribe opioids often lack the necessary tools or information to help patients successfully transition off these medications. By understanding the specific agony of withdrawal, providers can better support those seeking recovery.
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