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Nota de la Directora

El abuso de la metanfetamina –un psicoestimulante poderoso y altamente adictivo– es un problema extremadamente serio en los Estados Unidos. Aunque al comienzo la droga se usó principalmente en Hawai y las zonas occidentales de los Estados Unidos, el abuso de la metanfetamina continúa extendiéndose hacia el este, viéndose cada vez más afectadas las áreas urbanas y rurales en todo el país. De acuerdo con una encuesta nacional, hay aproximadamente 10 millones de personas en los Estados Unidos que han probado la metanfetamina por lo menos una vez en su vida.

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Abuso y adicción a la metanfetamina

Proporciona un resumen general de los últimos descubrimientos científicos sobre la metanfetamina, incluyendo las consecuencias a la salud a corto y largo plazo, los efectos sobre el embarazo y posibles opciones de prevención y tratamiento.

Impresa en: julio del 2007
Actualizada en: septiembre del 2007
Autor: Array

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MDMA (Ecstasy) Abuse

Describes the science behind MDMA (ecstasy) abuse, including what it does to the brain, whether it is addictive, and the latest research regarding prevention and treatment of MDMA.

Impresa en: Marzo del 2006
Autor: Array

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Letter from the Director

The so-called "club drug" MDMA continues to be used by millions of Americans across the country, despite evidence of its potential harmful effects. 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA, or ecstasy) has gained a deceptive reputation as a "safe" drug among its users. This illegal drug, which has both stimulant and psychedelic properties, is often taken for the feelings of well-being, stimulation, and the distortions in time and sensory perceptions that it produces.

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Talking to Patients About Sensitive Topics: Communication and Screening Techniques for Increasing the Reliability of Patient Self-Report

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Explores communication techniques that decrease patient and physician anxiety and increase the accuracy and specificity of patient reporting about sensitive topics, such as substance abuse and partner violence.

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A Faculty Development Workshop for Primary Care Preceptors: Helping Your Residents Care for Patients Requesting Opioids for Chronic Pain

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Uses a case study to explore the terminology, epidemiology, and management strategies when considering the use of opioids for patients who are at risk for prescription drug abuse.

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Minimizing the Misuse of Prescription Opioids in Patients With Chronic Nonmalignant Pain

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Uses a case study to address the management of patients with chronic nonmalignant pain that integrates techniques to prevent and detect misuse of prescription opioids.

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Two Problem-Based Learning Cases: Methamphetamine

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Presents two problem-based learning case studies that introduce students to clinical presentations of substance abuse problems, particularly methamphetamine abuse.

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A Problem-Based Learning Case on Prescription Drug Abuse - Patient S.K.

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Examines prescription drug abuse and offers a case study to help students understand the screening and diagnostic tools available for alcohol and drug abuse.

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Methamphetamine Lecture and Interclerkship

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Examines methamphetamine abuse and dependence in the United States. Discusses diagnosis, mechanism of action, and treatment options.

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