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July 27, 2022 Cannabis withdrawal management
In the latest episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss the symptoms of
cannabis withdrawal syndrome and the duration that can be expected for
these symptoms, the common reasons that people use cannabis and how to
manage these symptoms post cannabis withdrawal, the pharmacological
management options for cannabis withdrawal which is largely symptomatic
management and also the the common clinical scenarios of comorbid
dependency with cannabis and other substances such as tobacco and
caffeine and the need to often manage withdrawal of other substances
whilst managing cannabis withdrawal.
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17 min
July 20, 2022 Cannabis use disorder
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss the symptoms of
cannabis use disorder and cannabis intoxication, the different
preparations of cannabis and the THC contents of these various
preparations, the harms associated with cannabis use, the harms of
cannabis when compared with tobacco and alcohol usage, the risk factors
for developing cannabis use disorder, how to identify a person with
cannabis use disorder, the social determinants impacting substance use
and the classifications systems for cannabis use disorder mainly DSM 5
and ICD 11.
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27 min
July 13, 2022 Cannabidiol (CBD)
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss cannabidiol (CBD) and
discuss the clinical effects of CBD, how CBD acts on the cannabinoid
receptors, the clinical indications for CBD products, the potential
areas where CBD may have the most clinical benefit and discuss the lack
of psychoactive properties of CBD. We also discuss the risks associated
with CBD and how to counsel patients on these risks. Finally we discuss
the potential future role of CBD in the management of chronic pain and
people on high dose opioids and also in the treatment of cannabis use
disorder.
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17 min
July 06, 2022 THC
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss delta 9
tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and how it interacts with the cannabinoid
receptors and how this interaction with the receptors causes its effects
on the body. We also explore the clinical effects of THC, side effects
of THC and the clinical indications for THC products.
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17 min
June 29, 2022 The Endocannabinoid system
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss the endocannabinoid
system, the different types of endocannabinoid receptors CB1 and CB2,
the location of the different receptors, the endogenous ligands of
cannabinoid receptors and their synthesis and breakdown and briefly
touch on the two best known cannabinoids THC and cannabidiol.
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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20 min
June 22, 2022 Chasing the scream
In this episode of Cracking Addiction, Scot Aitken and Dr Ferghal Armstrong chat about Johan Hari’s book, Chasing The Scream. We explore some of themes of the book including the motivations that underpin the war on drugs, the economic factors that affect the war on drugs and the role of decriminalization of drug use.
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
June 16, 2022 The Evidence for vaping
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we are again joined by Dr Colin Mendelsohn to discuss the controversies around vaping including the risks around vaping, the thoughts of vaping being a gateway to smoking cigarettes, the risks of EVALI, the role of 'Big Tobacco' in vaping, looking at the evidence around vaping and challenging some of the latest reviews around vaping
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
June 08, 2022 How to vape to aid smoking cessation
In part 2 of 3 episodes. In this episode of Cracking Addiction we are again joined by Dr Colin Mendelsohn to discuss the different types of vaping products on the market, the different types of nicotine e-liquids available, how to source vaping products, how to prescribe nicotine and how to vape safely.
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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17 min
June 01, 2022 The Benefits and Myths of Vaping
In this 1st of three episodes of Cracking Addiction we are joined by Dr Colin Mendelsohn to discuss the harms of tobacco usage, what vaping is and how vaping can be useful to aid smoking cessation, the myths and benefits surrounding nicotine and the efficacy of vaping in smoking cessation. Nicotine vaping is surrounded in mystery with a lot of myths and misinformation abounding and in this episode we try and dispel some of this misinformation.
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
May 25, 2022 Tobacco use in special populations
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss tobacco use in
pregnancy and the those with mental health disorders and the evidence
around smoking cessation in these special population groups.
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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See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au
24 min

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