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Methamphetamine - Curated Collection

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Release date: September 2018

This curated collection has been peer-reviewed by Fellows of the RACP to help you find high quality CPD resources on methamphetamine.

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Alcohol use disorder

Release date: April 2021
Estimated completion time*: 1.5 hrs

Alcohol Use Disorder is a diagnosis which is common in many populations and also one in which, in the past, there have been markedly divergent opinions on management. This resource aims to build capability and medical leadership in the treatment of this problem.

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Category: Self-paced online courses

Alcohol, Anxiety and Mood Disorders

Release date: February 2009
Last updated: June 2013
Estimated completion time*: 2.5 hrs

Alcohol, anxiety and mood disorders are common clinical problems. This resource assists Addiction Medicine practitioners to increase their skills and knowledge in these areas.

*The estimated completion time is an approximate guide and does not account for time spent on optional additional readings and activities.

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Format: Each module consists of online reading materials, statistics and case studies. There are multiple-choice, true/false and short answer questions throughout the module to assist with your learning.

Modules

1. Classification and Diagnostic Criteria (1 hour)
2. What is Comorbidity? (20 mins)
3. Psychological Management of Comorbid Anxiety & Depression (30 mins)
4. Pharmacological Treatment of Patients with Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders and Alcohol Use Disorders (1 hour)
5. Alcohol Use Disorders and Bipolar Affective Disorder (1 hour)
6. Substance Use and Suicide (30 mins)

Author: Members from the Australasian Chapter of Addiction Medicine Online Modules Advisory Group:
• Dr Mark Hardy, FAChAM (Chair)
• Dr Glenys Dore, FAChAM
• Dr Lisa Juckes
• A/Prof Andrew Baillie
• Dr Peter Tucker, FRANZCP, FAChAM
Version: 2
Category: Self-paced online courses

Cannabis Use

Release date: October 2021
Estimated completion time*: 1 hr

This resource will cover the clinical effects of cannabis use and screening and assessment tools.

*The estimated completion time is an approximate guide and does not account for time spent on optional additional readings and activities.

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Modules
  • Introduction
  • Clinical effects of cannabis use
  • Cannabis use
  • Screening and assessment
  • Case study
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Category: Self-paced online courses

Comorbid Mental Health Issues in Drug & Alcohol Treatment Settings

Release date: July 2023
Estimated completion time*: 2 hr

This resource is intended to be used primarily by Addiction Medicine specialists and trainees, who recognise that mental health issues are common amongst patients presenting to specialist Drug and Alcohol treatment settings.

*The estimated completion time is an approximate guide and does not account for time spent on optional additional readings and activities.

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Contributors Working Group
  • Dr Rod MacQueen
  • Dr Emma Gilbert
Version 1
Category: Self-paced online courses

Drug Use in Pregnancy and Parenthood

Release date: June 2013
Estimated completion time*: 4 hrs

Alcohol and drug use during pregnancy is a major risk factor for maternal morbidity and neonatal complications, but the prevalence of substance use by women that are pregnant or are of childbearing age is quite high. Early detection by screening of all pregnant women and those planning pregnancies should be a priority. These modules address the assessment of women broadly, and detailed information with regards to alcohol, tobacco and opioid use.

*The estimated completion time is an approximate guide and does not account for time spent on optional additional readings and activities.

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Format: Each module consists of online reading materials, statistics and case studies. There is multiple-choice, true/false and short answer questions throughout the module to assist with your learning.

Modules

1. Assessment of Women (2 hours)
2. Alcohol Use in Pregnancy (2 hours)
3. Tobacco Use in Pregnancy (2 hours)
4. Opioid Use During Pregnancy (2 hours)
5. Care of Infants and Children (2 hours)

Author: Dr Mark Hardy, FAChAM (University of Sydney)
Version: 1
Category: Self-paced online courses

Methamphetamine

Release date: May 2017
Estimated completion time*: 1.5 hrs

This resource aims to build the resilience of frontline workers and empower them to confidently manage methamphetamine abuse on the frontline.

*The estimated completion time is an approximate guide and does not account for time spent on optional additional readings and activities.

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Format: The multimedia resource includes a dedicated Pomegranate podcast featuring expert insights and a skills toolbox that draws together the latest statistics, media coverage and government response, resources to support the wellbeing of medical professionals working on the front line, and methods for dealing with methamphetamine presentations.

Modules

1. Podcast 2. Activities 3. Skills Toolbox

Contributors:
  • Prof Amanda Baker, Calvary Mater Hospital, University of Newcastle
  • A/Prof Nadine Ezard FAChAM, St Vincent’s Drug and Alcohol Service, University of Sydney
  • Dr Martin Lloyd-Jones, VMO Department of Addiction Medicine, St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne, Medical Director Substance Use and Addiction Program Delmont Private Hospital
  • Dr Nikola Ognyenovits, Addiction Medicine Training Committee
  • Prof Alison Ritter, National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, University of New South Wales
  • Dr Gilbert Whitton FAChAM, Bankstown Hospital, Sydney
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Category: Self-paced online courses

Opportunistic Intervention

Release date: June 2013
Estimated completion time*: 3.5 hrs

In order to ensure that Addiction Medicine practitioners emerge as consultants able to provide opportunistic interventions for patients with alcohol or other drug problems, this resource aims to increase skills and knowledge in these areas.

*The estimated completion time is an approximate guide and does not account for time spent on optional additional readings and activities.

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Format: Each module consists of online reading materials, statistics and case studies. There is multiple-choice, true/false and short answer questions throughout the module to assist with your learning.

Modules

1. Brief Interventions Introduction (30 mins)
2. Alcohol (30 mins)
3. Tobacco (30 mins)
4. Cannabis (1 hour)
5. Counselling Skills (1 hour)

Author: Members from the Australasian Chapter of Addiction Medicine Online Modules Advisory Group:
• Dr Mark Hardy, FAChAM (Chair)
• Prof Paul Haber, FRACP, FAChAM (Chair)
• Dr Olga Lopatko (Lead)
• Dr Kate Conigrave
Version: 1
Category: Self-paced online courses

Prescription Drug Use

Release date: September 2021
Estimated completion time*: 1.5 hrs

This resource will cover the most common use of the prescription drugs opioids and benzodiazepines, and others including gabapentinoids, ‘Z drugs’ and antipsychotic medications.

*The estimated completion time is an approximate guide and does not account for time spent on optional additional readings and activities.

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Category: Self-paced online courses

Smoking Cessation

Release date: November 2014
Last updated: October 2018
Estimated completion time*: 1.5 hrs

Helping smokers quit is a complex area, with many smokers continuing to smoke despite their medical circumstances. This resource provides an evidence-based approach to a range of interventions tailored to individual cases.

*The estimated completion time is an approximate guide and does not account for time spent on optional additional readings and activities.

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Format: There are five cases in this module, each addressing a different complexity in relation to smoking cessation. Each case consists of statistics, expert feedback and short answer questions to assist with your learning.

Modules

1. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (30 min)

2. Depression (1.5 hours)

3. Pregnant, Indigenous teenager (30 min)

4. Alcohol dependence (1.5 hours)

5. Harm-reduction/Schizophrenia (30 min)

Author: Dr Renee Bittoun
Dr Colin Mendelsohn 
Version: 1
Category: Self-paced online courses

Young People and Addiction

Release date: February 2009
Last updated: June 2013
Estimated completion time*: 4 hrs

Young people who use drugs and alcohol is a common clinical problem. It is important for clinicians providing health care to adolescents to understand their behaviour and needs from a developmental perspective. This resource will assist Addiction Medicine practitioners in increasing their knowledge and skills to effectively manage young people and their families through specific approaches.

*The estimated completion time is an approximate guide and does not account for time spent on optional additional readings and activities.

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Format: Each module consists of online reading materials, statistics and case studies. There are multiple-choice, true/false and short answer questions throughout the module to assist with your learning.

Modules

1. Epidemiology (20 mins)
2. Impact of Developmental Stages (20 mins)
3. Assessment Frameworks (30 mins)
4. Risk and Protective Factors (30 mins)
5. Formulating Management Plans (1 hour)
6. Risk Assessment (30 mins)
7. Mental Health Issues associated with Adolescent Substance Abuse (30 mins)
8. Parent and family interventions for adolescent substance misuse (30 mins)
9. The BEST Plus approach to assisting families recover from youth substance problems (1 hour)

Author: Members from the Australasian Chapter of Addiction Medicine Online Modules Advisory Group:
• Dr Mark Hardy, FAChAM (Chair)
• A/Prof Yvonne Bonomo, FRACP, FAChAM
• Dr Bronwyn Milne, FRACP
• Dr Gilbert Whitton, FAChAM
• Dr Peter Krabman
• Dr Deborah Zador, FAFPHM, FAChAM
Version: 2
Release Date: February, 2009 Revised Date: June, 2013
Category: Self-paced online courses