Drug Addiction

Synopsis: A 2-part programme that has been researched and designed to provide newcomers with some of the knowledge that up until now only seems to come from clinical experience. The tape concentrates on practical aspects such as drug tolerance and the use of methadone. For the same reason, prominence is given to the kind of clinical problems that are encountered in a drug addiction service. The programme was originally made in 1995 but was revised in 2004.
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of production: 2004
Uses: Staff and students new to the field.
Subjects: Medical sciences; Psychiatry
Keywords: drug abuse; substance abuse; therapy

Title: Understanding the basics
Synopsis: Discusses the psychological and physical reasons why people start and continue to use drugs. Specialist terms are also defined.
Duration: 14 mins
Title: Treating the drug addict
Synopsis: Offers practical and pragmatic guidelines for treatment. It covers physical and psychological treatments and the legal aspects of prescribing. The role of drug screening is also mentioned. Public health issues are briefly highlighted at the end of this section.
Duration: 15 mins

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