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Your task is to review literature related to Methadone Maintenance programs for opioid addiction and answer the questions posed. Again, you may use the internet, library, peer reviewed literature, brochures, contact methadone maintenance programs, or use other resources.

Respond to the following prompts:

1. What is the purpose of Methadone Maintenance programs?

2. What are two arguments in favor of Methadone Maintenance

programs?

3. What are two arguments against Methadone Maintenance

programs?

4. After looking at both sides of the issue, would you support

referring a client to a Methadone Maintenance clinic for treatment

of an opioid addiction if he or she met the appropriate criteria and

level of care? Support your stance.