Methadone recipients say they feel their lives are put on hold

One former heroin user interviewed for the study said methadone was 'stalling' the problem 'but not fixing it'. Picture: Getty

New research based on the experiences of people on long-term methadone programmes has found that while it has provided stability and improved health, the time spent on the programme meant some found their "lives were on hold".

One former heroin user interviewed for the study said methadone was "stalling" the problem "but not fixing it".