Research Guides: Opioid Epidemic: Home

How to Use This Guide

Use this guide to find sources related to your research and to find resources for opioid overdose prevention.

If You Want To:	Go To:
Find basic drug information and prescription policies	Drug Info & Prescription Policies
Learn the history of the opioid epidemic and explore datasets	Crisis Info & Statistical Data
Find library materials related to your topic	Books, Articles, & More
Explore opioid public health policies	Public Health Policies
Find treatment and prevention resources	Treatment, Prevention, & Harm Reduction

Before you start

Substance Use Terminologies

There is a lot of stigmatized language commonly used when referring to drugs or substance use disorders. Before you start your research take a look at some of the glossaries below to avoid stigma, and learn how to use person-first language.

Substance Use Disorders Terminology
This page offers background information and tips for providers to keep in mind while using person-first language, as well as terms to avoid to reduce stigma and negative bias when discussing addiction. Although some language that may be considered stigmatizing is commonly used within social communities of people who struggle with substance use disorder (SUD), clinicians can show leadership in how language can destigmatize the disease of addiction.
Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Glossary
This glossary helps explain many of the terms associated with substance use disorders, including medications and behavioral therapies proven to help treat them.
CDC: Commonly Used Terms
A list of commonly used terms in reference to opioids and drug overdose.

Opioid Epidemic

FSU CHAW

Library Associate for Social Sciences

How to Use This Guide

Use this guide to find sources related to your research and to find resources for opioid overdose prevention.

Before you start

Substance Use Terminologies