Opioid epidemic in the United States

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The opioid epidemic in the United States is due in part to the overuse of opioids and their availability on the black market. The types of opioids are meperidine, codeine, methadone. College students have high rates of drinking, which may be attributed to the easy availability of alcohol on campus and the social norms surrounding drinking. States that legalized marijuana have seen an increase in marijuana use among young people due to increased availability and perceived safety. Nurses can advocate for their patients by providing patient's families, caretakes and society with education, and resources about opioid dependence. Early intervention is also highly beneficial.

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