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Project

Risk for opioid abuse and misuse in adolescence

Center:

OR-Oregon Institute on Development & Disability, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2021

Contact Information:

Anna Wilson
[email protected]
503-494-0333

Project Description:

The first-of-its-kind study will evaluate the utilization patterns of nearly 500 Oregon-based adolescents, aged 14 to 18, receiving opioid prescriptions for non-cancer pain management in outpatient medical, dental and emergency settings. Every six months, over the course of two years, the teens will report on pain characteristics, opioid and other substance use, as well as important psychological factors such as depression or anxiety. Non-medication pain management strategies, peer behaviors, family history of chronic pain and opioid use, as well as attitudes about pain medications will also be examined.

Keyword(s):

opioids, adolescents, pain management

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote, Urban

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

National