The Role of Social Connection in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Engagement

Medications for opioid use disorder (OUD or MOUD) treatment combining pharmacotherapy with psychosocial support are effective for managing OUD. However, treatment engagement remains a challenge, with retention rates ∼30%–50%. Although social connection has been identified as important to recovery, it remains unclear whether and how social factors can bolster participation in treatment.

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