A new Action Lab study critically examines the growing use of involuntary commitment for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) as a response to the overdose crisis. While often presented as a humane alternative to incarceration, the practice has troubling implications and outcomes. Published in the Northeastern Law Review by Leo Beletsky, Sunyou Kang, Sean McCormick, Katie McCreedy, MPH, Norrie Osgood, and Sarah Yates. Involuntary commitment not only increases risks of overdose and relapse but also relies on outdated interventions that prioritize institutionalization over science-based, effective treatments. This approach often addresses symptoms rather than root causes, leaving long-term recovery out of reach for many. There must be a shift away from institutionalization and toward voluntary outpatient care, grounded in evidence-based practices. Prioritizing compassion and effective solutions will better support individuals with SUD and address the overdose crisis at its core.
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Prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) contain highly-sensitive medication data, including on who is prescribing and receiving testosterone. Unless more is done to protect privacy, these data could fuel persecution of gender-affirming care in many states. Latest research from The Action Lab and Center for Public Health Law Research, Temple University Beasley School of Law, by Katie McCreedy, MPH et al
State Policies Regulating Law Enforcement Access to Testosterone Prescription Data
jamanetwork.com
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Katie McCreedy, MPH, the Action Lab's Research Lead, was interviewed for a recent ProPublica article: “How can young people in media stories be simultaneously assumed to know nothing about how deadly the drugs are and also held accountable for homicide?” — McCreedy https://lnkd.in/gC6TQuD2
Maylia and Jack: A Story of Teens and Fentanyl
propublica.org
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We’re hiring a Media Manager for our social media and Changing The Narrative Podcast! Learn more and inquire here: https://lnkd.in/eBUyR5EA
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Northeastern University School of Law is looking for interns to support its Centers of Excellence. Please apply below!
Assistant Dean for Centers, Programs, and Institutes at Northeastern University School of Law
Calling all Northeastern University students: Northeastern University School of Law is looking for interns to support its Centers of Excellence with ongoing administrative, operational, and event-related work. While the Centers operate in a hybrid work environment, some on-ground support is required, especially on event days. Student interns are allowed to work up to 20 hours a week, and can create a schedule that allows for flexibility in balance with school work, etc. Intern responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: - Drafting, editing, and disseminating communications materials (e.g., newsletters, social media content); - Event planning, such as ordering supplies, submitting reservations and facility requests, liaising and coordinating with Center staff to track action items, and organizing speaker travel and reimbursements; - Providing on-ground event support, such as setting up and recording Zoom sessions for hybrid events, ensuring room and catering is complete, greeting speakers and guests, and providing wrap-up support as needed; and - Coordinating with Center faculty and staff to schedule meetings, draft and summarize meeting notes, create and update content for internal administrative Sharepoint site. Center interns must be able to work independently when needed, while also serving as an important and communicative member of the team. Interns should be strong problem solvers, professional, open to feedback and guidance, able to manage their time wisely and efficiently, and good at follow-through. Northeastern undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to apply. This is a work-study funded position. https://lnkd.in/dxguKPSj
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Our Director of Justice Policy, Jeremiah Goulka, and Stephen Wood, Northeastern Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program Director, will be co-moderating "Locked in a Hotbox: The Impact of Climate Change on the Incarcerated.” The event will hosted by Harvard Law School on April 9 at 12:30 p.m., discussing how policy changes at the intersection of environmental justice and jail/prison reform can mitigate safety risks and increase awareness. Register here: ?https://lnkd.in/gFHS9FHm Learn more about our Climate and Public Safety project here: ?https://lnkd.in/gXGg9cmc
Locked in a Hotbox: The Impact of Climate Change on the Inca
petrieflom.law.harvard.edu
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Our faculty director Leo Beletsky was quoted in this recent New York Times piece: “Language is really important because it shapes policy and other responses. [...] In a nonpoliticized world, ‘poisoning’ would be accurate, but the way it’s being used now, it is reframing what is likely an accidental event and reimagines it as an intentional crime.” https://lnkd.in/eQwuJmne
Overdose or Poisoning? A New Debate Over What to Call a Drug Death.
https://www.nytimes.com
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We have a new podcast! Changing the Narrative Podcast aims to dispel viral misinformation concerning drugs, public health, and safety.?The first episode was moderated by Tracie M. Gardner, and features Mark Jenkins, Dr. Helena Hansen, and our faculty director Leo Beletsky. Check it out on YouTube here: ?https://lnkd.in/g9G7s7qr
Episode 1: “Overdose as a white problem”
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Our Faculty Director Leo Beletsky will be headlining a panel on drug policy and public safety at University of California, Berkeley - School of Law's Justice Unveiled conference on Friday, March 8. The event is free to attend. Register and learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g225RU6B
Justice Unveiled: Debating Crime and Public Safety Conference
law.berkeley.edu
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New research on “Popular media misinformation on neonatal abstinence syndrome, 2015–2021” was published by the Action Lab’s Katie McCreedy, Aanchalika Chauhan, Gabriel Holder, Sunyou Kang, Eric Reinhart, and Leo Beletsky. Misinformation frequently included misrepresentation of babies as “addicted” at birth or exaggerated NAS symptomatology and long-term harms. 76% of 348 articles analyzed had misinformed narratives. Media articles least represented those most affected by NAS. Only 2% of articles featured mothers who used drugs during pregnancy. Neonatal abstinence syndrome misinformation can increase punitive policymaking and worsen patient care. Both healthcare and media professionals must be educated about NAS to improve policy response and public understanding and decrease discrimination and stigma. https://lnkd.in/gmZbN44C
Popular media misinformation on neonatal abstinence syndrome, 2015–2021
sciencedirect.com