The Hidden Danger In Your Medicine Cabinet!

In this episode of Cracking Addiction we speak to Professor Peg O'Connor, a professor of moral philosophy who is in recovery from alcohol use disorder and who addresses an audience much like herself: those in recovery who have struggled with the Christian-centric God at the heart of Alcoholics Anonymous. She brings our attention to a little-known fact: the term “higher power,” a touchstone in the twelve steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, was coined by William James, philosopher, psychologist, and intellectual giant of the early 20th century. In this book Professor O'Connor addresses concepts such as:Understanding the Concept of “Higher Power” at the Heart of the 12-Step Program Why There Must Be Multiple Paths out of Addiction and No One is the Best or RightWhy Needs in Recovery Change over TimeUndertaking Spiritual Recovery in AA without a Religious DenominationProfessor O'Connor's book 'Higher and Friendly Powers: Transforming Addiction and Suffering' can be ordered from her website: https://pegoconnorauthor.com/ as well as Amazon, Barnes and Noble and Wildhouse Publications.

26 Okt 202235min

In this episode of Cracking Addiction we discuss people who use drugs whilst in hospital and discuss the ethics of treating people who use drugs, harm reduction measures that can assist with patient engagement, the stigma and marginalisation people who use drugs experience and the evidence and ethics around behaviour contracts.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 Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

19 Okt 202221min

Kamini an Ayurvedic opiate-Kamini or Kamini Vidrawan Ras is an Ayurvedic medicine containing opiates as well as some heavy metals. It is a medicine marketed for a variety of indications ranging from premature ejaculation and impotence to increased stamina. There is increased recognition and awareness of patients presenting to specialist Addiction Medicine services with opioid dependence secondary to Kamini Vidrawan Ras often requiring treatment with opioid substitution therapy.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 Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

12 Okt 202216min

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.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 Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

5 Okt 202218min

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.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 Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

28 Sep 202220min

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.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 Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

21 Sep 202221min

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-disorderThe GP Show podcast and other lifestyle medicine resources: https://thegpshow.comDiscussions 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 Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

14 Sep 202228min

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.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 Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

7 Sep 202217min