Opioid addiction has a profound impact on many aspects of society. In this episode we examine the ways that doctors and other practitioners contribute to the epidemic and how we can be part of the solution. feedback@obgyn.fm   Links Opioid Abuse in Chronic Pain — Misconceptions and Mitigation Strategies CDC Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain—United States, 2016 Abuse-Deterrent Formulations and the Prescription Opioid Abuse Epidemic in the United StatesLessons Learned From OxyContin Impact of a Mandatory Prescription Drug Monitoring Program on Prescription of Opioid Analgesics by Dentists A Joint Statement From 21 Health Organizations and the Drug Enforcement Administration. Promoting pain relief and preventing abuse of pain medications: A critical balancing act. Primary Care Physicians’ Knowledge And Attitudes Regarding Prescription Opioid Abuse and Diversion