Record #:

42540

Author(s):

Corpening, Julius H.

Abstract:

The author describes the crisis level proportions the opioid crisis in North Carolina that impacts the addicted, their loved ones, and the medical community. Through it, Judge Corpening balances the acknowledgement of this crisis’ severity by asserting hope of recovery, courtesy of opioid crisis centers, coalitions, and classes. Those profiled include Community Partners Coalition for New Hanover County and the Intensive Reunification Program.

Source:

North Carolina State Bar Journal (NoCar KF 200 N67), Vol. 23 Issue 2, Summer 2018, p6-9

Subject(s):

Substance abuse and mental illness ; Opioid use disorder--North Carolina; Opioid crisis--Court system--North Carolina ; Regional Justice Opioid Initiative--United States ; North Carolina Public Health Action Plan on Opioids ; Medication Assisted Treatment--destigmatization