Opioids were definitely overprescribed, the consequences are dire, AND there are millions of people who probably SHOULD be on them long-term
Netflix documentary rec: Dr. Feelgood. Fascinating biopic & compassion takedown of the nuances in "what do we do about opioid addiction?"
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Recent metastudies suggests long term opioids may be no more effective for pain than placebo. For instance: http://annals.org/aim/article/2089370/effectiveness-risks-long-term-opioid-therapy-chronic-pain-systematic-review …
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