Medicine: Recent submissions
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
Published 2021This chapter provides guidance on managing unhealthy alcohol use among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This includes care of those who are drinking above recommended limits, whether or not there is an ...Open AccessBook chapter -
Cognitive Impairment
Published 2021This chapter provides an overview of treatment options and approaches for patients with cognitive impairment. The prevalence of cognitive impairment (CI) in people seeking treatment for alcohol use disorder (AUD) is ...Open AccessBook chapter -
Alcohol Withdrawal
Published 2021Alcohol withdrawal is a syndrome occurring in people with longstanding high risk drinking who either stop or substantially decrease alcohol consumption. The symptoms include adrenergic overactivity, central nervous system ...Open AccessBook chapter -
Pharmacotherapies
Published 2021Pharmacotherapy should be considered for all patients with moderate to severe alcohol use disorder (AUD) following detoxification. They are best used in conjunction with psychosocial support. For some, medication is ...Open AccessBook chapter -
An Introduction to the Guidelines for the Treatment of Alcohol Problems
Published 2021The Guidelines for the Treatment of Alcohol Problems have been periodically developed over the past 25 years. In 1993, the first version of these guidelines, titled: ‘An outline for the management of alcohol problems: ...Open AccessBook chapter