5 Things to Know About the Opioid Epidemic and Its Effect on Children
Opioids are highly addictive drugs, available in illegal forms like heroin, or legal ones like oxycodone, hydrocodone, or morphine, which are available through a prescription. A drastic increase in the abuse of prescription opioids has gained national attention on multiple fronts for many reasons, including the impact of opioid abuse on young children. This June 2017 infographic summarizes key facts and provides links to additional information, models, and resources. https://www.childtrends.org/child-trends-5/ For a direct link to the VT Children’s Integrated Services page, click below