Medication-Assisted Treatment as a Response to Opiate Addiction

Communities across the country are facing growing problems related to opiate addiction, including addiction to prescription drugs and heroin. One aspect of a coordinated, systemic response to opiate addiction is to incorporate the use of medication-assisted treatment, which combines the use of prescribed medication with psychosocial therapy to support the treatment and recovery process.


Case Study: Fairfield County, Ohio

Using Suboxone to Treat Addiction and Reduce Jail Costs

A Judge's View

A Sheriff's View

A Doctor's View

A County Official's View

A Probation Officer's View

Clinicians' Views


Case Study: TASC of Illinois

Using Suboxone to Increase Recovery Success Among Parolees


Contact TASC Director of Communications Daphne Baille (312) 573-8211 for more information.