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Willem Scholten

Journal of Pain & Palliative Care Pharmacotherapy

|January 1, 2015

Summary

Using respectful and clear terminology is crucial for accessing controlled medicines. This commentary highlights problematic terms in pain management and opioid dependence treatment, offering alternatives to improve patient care and align with international conventions.

Area of Science:

Pharmacology
Public Health Policy
Medical Ethics

Background:

Clear and unambiguous terminology is essential in drug control legislation and policies to distinguish between medical use and misuse of controlled substances.
The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes the need for respectful language in all health-related communications.
Inappropriate terminology can inadvertently hinder access to essential controlled medicines for legitimate medical purposes.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify English language terms that may negatively impact access to controlled medicines for pain management and opioid dependence treatment.
To propose alternative, more appropriate terminology that facilitates access to necessary treatments.
To underscore the importance of respectful and precise language in medical and policy contexts.

Keywords:

access to medicines controlled substances dependence pain treatment terminology

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A commentary-based review of English language terminology used in the context of controlled medicines.
Analysis of terms that could impair access to medicines for pain and opioid dependence.
Development of suggested alternative wording based on principles of clarity, respect, and accessibility.

Main Results:

Certain English terms currently used in discussions of controlled medicines can create barriers to access for patients requiring pain relief or treatment for opioid dependence.
The commentary provides a list of problematic terms and offers specific, respectful alternatives.
The findings emphasize the need for careful consideration of language in policy and clinical practice.

Conclusions:

Adopting precise and respectful terminology is vital for ensuring patients receive appropriate pain management and treatment for opioid dependence.
Language sensitivity requires assessment by native speakers and collaborative discussion among healthcare professionals, patients, and advocates.
Promoting correct vocabulary is a key step in improving access to controlled medicines and upholding the objectives of international substance control conventions.