A Naturalistic Study of Adolescents and Young Adults in Treatment for Opioid Dependence

Participants will consent to in-person assessments and monthly chart reviews. We anticipate
that the results from this study will inform the development of future services targeted
towards adolescents and young adults with opioid dependence.

Inclusion Criteria:

- Ages 16 through 25 at time of induction

- Meet criteria for enrollment in the APT Adolescent and Young Adult Suboxone Program
(Opioid Dependence per DSM-V criteria; no contraindications to buprenorphine
(concomitant benzodiazepine, alcohol use, sedative use),

- Stable enough to participate in outpatient care/intensive outpatient care for at least
12 weeks;

- Can commit to at least 12 weeks of treatment through the APT Adolescent and Young
Adult Suboxone Program

- Are willing to provide locator information for follow-up.

- Are fluent in English and have a 6th grader or higher reading level

Exclusion Criteria:

- Have an untreated bipolar or schizophrenic disorder, or active suicidal ideation

- Are physically dependent on alcohol, benzodiazepines, or other sedatives.

- Are in custody of the Department of Children and Families