Behavioral Health Business July 26, 2024
Understanding that substance use disorders (SUDs) are diseases of the brain, rather than moral failings, is critical to getting more people in treatment.
That’s according to Caron Treatment CEO John Driscoll, who noted education about the conditions helps families heal and provides a business opportunity for providers to grow.
People with SUDs often do not seek treatment or believe that they should get it. According to SAMHSA, 39.7 million adults had SUDs in 2022. Of these people, 94.7% did not seek treatment or think they should get it.
But hope exists in reducing stigma and ensuring access to a full continuum of care, industry insiders said at Behavioral Health Business’ Autism and Addiction Treatment Forum.
“I think we...
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