Substance Abuse and Dependence

Slide Show from Karen Drexler, M.D., 1999 Lecture Series:

Substance Dependence Introduction

Nicotine

Cocaine

Amphetamines

Opioids, Sedative-Hypnotics, Hallucinogens

 

        Substance Abuse Versus Dependence

        Alcohol:     Review each of the modules to insure you understand all the important concepts.
            Dependence                CAGE
            Detoxification             Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

        Benzodiazepines

        Cocaine

        Nicotine   Don't forget that this substance is responsible for more deaths in the United States than any other!

        Opiates

        Principles of Recovery

            The Impaired Physician
            Motivational Enhancement Therapy
            12 Step Recovery Programs

 

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