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Benzodiazepines: Uses, Misuses, and Alternative Treatment Models
There are a variety of primary and secondary uses for benzodiazepines. However, regardless of how clinicians or patients use them, benzodiazepines should be a short-term intervention. They are usually not recommended for use as long-term or permanent treatment solutions. This course will provide learners with information on the primary and secondary uses of benzodiazepines and an overview of their advantages when used appropriately. The course content will also discuss the risks associated with misuse and alternate treatment methods. Finally, learners will be able to apply learned concepts to vignettes.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the common uses for benzodiazepines.
- Describe the advantages and risks associated with benzodiazepine use.
- Explain the risks associated with combining benzodiazepines with other substances.
- Discuss alternative interventions for anxiety and insomnia.
Additional Information
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Overview of Benzodiazepines
Emily
What Are Benzodiazepines?
How They Work
What Are They Used For?
The “Z” Drugs
Pharmacology
Advantages of Benzodiazepines
Review
Summary
Section 3: Risks Associated with Benzodiazepine Use
Adverse Side Effects
Chronic Use of Benzodiazepines
Lung Complications
Benzodiazepines and Older Adults
Non-Medical Use of Benzodiazepines
Sedative, Hypnotic, and Anxiolytic Use Disorder
Mixing Benzodiazepines and Other Substances
Benzodiazepines and Opioids
Benzodiazepines and Alcohol
Benzodiazepines, Trauma, and PTSD
Discontinuation Syndrome
Minimizing Discontinuation Syndrome
Remember Emily?
Review
Summary
Section 4: Alternate Treatment Methods
Treatment for Anxiety Disorders
Evidence-Based Psychotherapies
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
CBT and Anxiety Disorder
Exposure Therapy
Antidepressant Medication
Treatment for Insomnia
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
Sleep Hygiene
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributors
References
Instructor: Christopher Reist, MD, MBA
Dr. Reist is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the University of California, Irvine. He has served as Assistant Dean in the College of Medicine and the Director of Medical Research for the Long Beach Veterans Affairs Healthcare System. Formerly, he served as Chief of Mental Health, overseeing full service mental health care delivery to over 50,000 enrollees at the Long Beach VA Healthcare System. He was the Associate Director of the Southern California VA Mental Illness Research, Education, and Clinical Center (MIRECC), which is focused on improving long-term outcomes in chronic psychotic disorders through basic/clinical research and dissemination of evidence-based practices. Dr. Reist’s clinical interests include schizophrenia, impulsivity, PTSD, pharmacogenomics, and psychopharmacology. DoD, NIMH, and VA Medical Research have supported his research. Dr. Reist is a Distinguished Fellow of the Psychiatric Association, has been recognized as an Exemplary Psychiatrist by the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, and is included in Best Doctors 2007-2019. He is the author of two books and over 75 original scientific articles. Disclosure: Christopher Reist, MD, MBA discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Financial Relationship with Alkermes as Grant/Research Support Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor
Staff Writer: Kimberly Workman, MA
Ms. Workman is an Instructional Designer at Relias. She has a Master of Arts in Technology and Communication, as well as graduate certificates in Public Health, Epidemiology, and Digital Communications. Ms. Workman has a background in writing and designing online continuing medical education for physicians and other health professionals on multiple educational platforms, including web-based, game-based, and immersive learning environments. She has also used simulation training extensively to connect learning to real-world environments. Disclosure: Kimberly Workman, MA discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Financial Relationship with Relias LLC as a Salaried Employee Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education
1.5 Hours
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Relias LLC designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.50 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
American Nurses Credentialing Center
1.5 Hours
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
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Course Delivery Format: Asynchronous Distance Learning-interaction includes quizzes with questions and answers, post-tests. This module is Reading-Based.
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Available Credit
- 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 1.50 ANCC
- 1.50 APA
Price
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