Addiction and Deterrence@@@Psychopharmacology@@@Substance Abuse
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH
Clinical Professor, Department of Psychiatry Texas Tech Health Sciences Center School of Medicine Midland, Texas Private Practice
Austin, Texas
Saundra Jain, MA, PsyD, LPC
Adjunct Clinical Affiliate
University of Texas at Austin, School of Nursing
University of Texas at Austin, School of Nursing
Austin, Texas
Benzodiazepines are widely used medications and can be extremely useful if utilized properly. The last decade has shown concerning trends with abuse, diversion, and several previous underappreciated long-term side effects. This session will update clinicians on how to best utilize these medications and minimize harm.