39. Opioid Abstinence and Cognitive Function

In this episode we discuss improvements in cognitive function with opioid abstinence.    Kaur, G. Et Al. Effects of Abstinence From Opioid on Neuropsychological Performance in Men With Opioid Use Disorder: A Longitudinal Study. Journal of Addiction Medicine 17(5): p 557-562, 9/10 2023.    We also talk about paramedics giving buprenorphine along with naloxone in the field, and the post-acute withdrawal syndrome.    St. Louis Public Radio: Missouri pilot program trains EMS crews to give overdose victims addiction meds  The Journal of Addiction Medicine: Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome  ----------  This podcast offers category 1 and MATE-ACT CME credits through MI CARES and Michigan State University. To get credit for this episode and others, go to this link to make your account, take a brief quiz, and claim your credit. To learn more about opportunities in addiction medicine, please visit MI CARES.  ----------  Original theme music: composed and performed by Benjamin Kennedy  Audio production: Erin McCue  Executive Producer: Dr. Patrick Beeman  A podcast from Ars Longa Media  ----------  This is Addiction Medicine Journal Club with Dr. Sonya Del Tredici and Dr. John Keenan. We practice addiction medicine and primary care, and we believe that addiction is a disease that can be treated. This podcast reviews current articles to help you stay up to date with research that you can use in your addiction medicine practice.     The best part of any journal club is the conversation. Send us your comments on social media or join our Facebook group.  Email: [email protected]   Facebook: @AddictionMedJC  Facebook Group: Addiction Medicine Journal Club  Instagram: @AddictionMedJC   Threads: @AddictionMedJC  Twitter/X: @AddictionMedJC   YouTube: addictionmedicinejournalclub  Addiction Medicine Journal Club is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. The views expressed here are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our employers or the authors of the articles we review. All patient information has been modified to protect their identities.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices