The opioid overdose crisis intersects critically with the criminal legal system where
individuals with opioid use disorder (are significantly overrepresented. Subsequently …

The molecular mechanisms underlying the acquisition of addiction/dependence on
morphine may result from the ability of the opioid to diminish the transport of L-cysteine into …

Abstract In 2021, there were over 100,000 drug overdose deaths in the United States (US).
Death rates have increased faster among women than men, particularly among Black and …

The ability of morphine to decrease cysteine transport into neurons by inhibition of excitatory
amino acid transporter 3 (EAA3) may be a key molecular mechanism underlying the …

Introduction Pregnant persons with opioid use disorder (OUD) face a multitude of comorbid
conditions that may increase the risk of adverse drug and health outcomes. This study …

Introduction As perinatal drug overdoses continue to rise, reliable approaches are needed to
monitor overdose trends during pregnancy and postpartum. This analysis aimed to …

The opioid epidemic in the United States has led to an increasing number of pregnant
patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) presenting to obstetric units. Caring for this complex …

Background: Opioid-related overdoses significantly contribute to mortality in pregnancy and
the postpartum period. Few studies report risk factors predisposing pregnant and postpartum …

Our current understanding of postpartum people's functioning while managing substance
use disorder (SUD) recovery is limited. This study explored whether having a SUD impacts …

Opioid use among pregnant and postpartum women and people (PPWP) has significant
health repercussions. This study explores how substance-use behaviors may vary by stage …