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Workshop: Evidence-Based Practices for Treatment of Methamphetamine Dependency: A Review
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In this video, a group of doctors and experts present evidence-based practice for the treatment of methamphetamine dependency. They discuss the diagnosis, building rapport with patients, reviewing research and practice guidelines, and discussing harm reduction approaches. They then present a clinical case of a 35-year-old man seeking asylum in the US who is unemployed and has a history of methamphetamine use and related mental health issues. The doctors discuss the importance of psychosocial treatments like contingency management, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and the matrix model. They also review pharmacological options for treatment, noting that currently there are no FDA-approved medications specifically for methamphetamine use disorder. However, they mention some medications that have shown some promise, such as Topiramate, Mirtazapine, and Bupropion. They also discuss the use of naltrexone and the potential benefits of combining medications with psychosocial treatments. The doctors also discuss the importance of addressing the unique challenges faced by the LGBT community in relation to methamphetamine use. They highlight the Crystal Clear program as an example of a comprehensive treatment program that focuses on this population. Overall, the video provides information and insights on evidence-based treatment options for methamphetamine dependency.
Keywords
evidence-based practice
methamphetamine dependency
psychosocial treatments
pharmacological options
Topiramate
Mirtazapine
Bupropion
naltrexone
LGBT community
Crystal Clear program
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