AQA A Level Economics Practice Exam

What was learned from the early methadone research regarding its use for opioid addiction?

Methadone treatment was corrective, but patients cannot taper from it. Patients experienced intoxication from methadone similar to heroin. Patients experienced ceiling agonist effects and therefore did not have blockade from short-acting opioids. Methadone treatment reduced death, crime days, decreased HIV seroconversion, and increased social function.

Correct Answer:

Methadone treatment reduced death, crime days, decreased HIV seroconversion, and increased social function.

Explanation:

Early methadone research demonstrated that medication-assisted treatment significantly reduces mortality, criminal activity, and HIV transmission while improving social functioning.

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