An Introduction to Opioids
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we provide an introduction to opioids, how they work what receptors they act upon and some of the harms associated with opioids.
6 Okt 202113min
Alcohol Use Disorder Summary Points
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we summarise the previous episodes detailing alcohol use disorder, alcohol withdrawal management, rationale for anti-craving medications and how to assist our pat...
29 Sep 202122min
Alcoholics Anonymous and SMART Recovery
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss both Alcoholics Anonymous and SMART recovery programs and review the evidence base behind each of these interventions and how to help patients choose t...
22 Sep 202122min
Alcohol Anti-Craving Medications
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we explore the common anti-craving medications used in alcohol use disorder and explain what the choices are, what the indications for these medications are, how ...
15 Sep 202125min
Residential alcohol withdrawal management
In this episode of Cracking Addiction we explore the intricacies of residential or inpatient alcohol withdrawal management including how to manage patients in a residential setting, complications that...
8 Sep 202120min
Home Based Residential Withdrawal
The safe management of alcohol withdrawal is a fundamental skill that medical practitioners should be aware to perform. It is a protocol driven management and needs to be to ensure patient safety. In ...
1 Sep 202121min
The physiology of alcohol withdrawal
Chronic alcohol use can lead to physical dependence. In this episode of Cracking Addiction we talk about the physiology of alcohol withdrawal, complications of alcohol withdrawal including delirium tr...
25 Aug 202117min
Alcohol Consumption Pt2
In this episode of Cracking Addiction, we continue our deep dive into alcohol. We define alcohol use disorder, the definitions of dependence and addiction, the harms related to alcohol and the natural...
18 Aug 202117min
