This episode takes an in-depth look at gender disparities and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment (typically medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) and counseling). The researchers report some interesting findings and also make recommendations for improving MOUD care for women.

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Guerrero, E., Amaro, H., Kong, Y., Khachikian, T., & Marsh, J. C. (2021). Gender disparities in opioid treatment progress in methadone versus counseling. Substance abuse treatment, prevention, and policy, 16(1), 52.