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October 05, 2022 Benzodiazepine withdrawal
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss the timeframe and symptoms of benzodiazepine withdrawal, how to stabilise a patient on benzodiazepines and weaning and tapering of benzodiazepines within a community setting. We also discuss and highlight the importance of psychosocial support and lifestyle interventions in managing benzodiazepine dependence and withdrawal.
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19 min
September 28, 2022 Benzodiazepine use disorder
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss the effects of chronic
benzodiazepine usage and the mechanisms of which tolerance and
dependence to benzodiazepines develops and discuss the time course in
which these syndromes can occur as well as discuss the diagnostic
criteria for a benzodiazepine use disorder.
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21 min
September 21, 2022 Benzodiazepines
In episode 58 of Cracking Addiction we discuss the pharmacology of benzodiazepines and their interaction with the GABA-A receptor, the different types of benzodiazepines and their different half lives and effects, discuss how to calculator benzodiazepine dose equivalence, the increased risks of benzodiazepine overdose when compared with other medications especially with opioid medications and the pharmacokinetics and metabolism of benzodiazepines.
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22 min
September 14, 2022 Lifestyle Medicine in Addiction
In today's episode of Cracking Addiction we are joined by Dr Sam Manger the President of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine and host of the GP Show podcast who discusses lifestyle interventions in substance use disorders. Lifestyle interventions can be safe and efficacious interventions and there is a growing evidence base for certain lifestyle interventions in some substance use disorders.
For further information on lifestyle interventions in substance use disorders please read our journal article on this topic at: https://www1.racgp.org.au/ajgp/2022/august/lifestyle-interventions-for-substance-use-disorder
The GP Show podcast and other lifestyle medicine resources: https://thegpshow.com
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29 min
September 07, 2022 Methamphetamine relapse prevention
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss relapse prevention strategies with regards to methamphetamine use and discuss harm reduction strategies, how to avoid a lapse becoming a relapse, the Matrix Model, motivational intervention and contingency management.
We also discuss the importance of peer support programs in aiding people on their path to recovery from substance use disorder and discuss the evidence surrounding pharmacotherapy interventions for methamphetamine use disorder.
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18 min
August 31, 2022 Methamphetamine withdrawal
In this Episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss the three phases of methamphetamine withdrawal, strategies to manage the methamphetamine withdrawal including possible medication options and the ongoing psychosocial support required to support patients during methamphetamine withdrawal.
Discussions and comments in our videos are for informational purposes only and should not replace the advice of your medical professional. Please consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medical treatment or lifestyle.
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18 min
August 24, 2022 Methamphetamine and amphetamines
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we mainly speak about
methamphetamines but also amphetamines and discuss the amphetamine class
of drugs and their physiological effects, the different types of
methamphetamines, symptoms of intoxication with amphetamines, side
effects of methamphetamine and amphetamines including the various organ
systems they impact and in particular the potential psychological and
psychiatric harms and focus on drug induced psychosis.
Discussions and comments in our videos are for informational purposes only and should not replace the advice of your medical professional. Please consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medical treatment or lifestyle.
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23 min
August 16, 2022 Living with Addiction
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we are privileged to have Steven
McDonald who discusses his lived experience with addiction and his path
towards recovery. Steven speaks openly and honestly about his past
history and his experiences. Steven has written a book 'Thanks for
Letting Me Share' which is a book of 368 quotes that have helped him
along his journey. The book is available on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BCG67JK/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Thanks-for-Letting-Me-Share-book-102078078856382
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37 min
August 10, 2022 Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss cannabis hyperemesis
syndrome, the various theories surrounding the pathophysiology of
cannabis hyperemesis, treatment of cannabis hyperemesis syndrome,
diagnostic criteria for cannabis hyperemesis syndrome and discuss the
other potential differential diagnoses of cyclic vomiting symptoms and
how cannabis hyperemesis syndrome is often a diagnosis of exclusion.
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17 min
August 03, 2022 Synthetic cannabis
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss the variety within the
class of synthetic cannabinoids, symptoms of synthetic cannabis
intoxications, side effects and complication of synthetic cannabis usage
and specific considerations in withdrawal management.
Discussions and comments in our videos are for informational purposes only and should not replace the advice of your medical professional. Please consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medical treatment or lifestyle.
Latest Blogs
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About Meducate ®
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15 min

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