How Medications Help Reduce Alcohol Cravings - Interview with a Medical ExpertHow Medications Help Reduce Alcohol Cravings - Interview with a Medical Expert
Alcohol Tipping Point
In this episode of Alcohol Tipping Point, Debbie interviews Shawna Kuehne, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). They discuss the role of PMHNP in the treatment of alcohol use. Shawna reviews three medications typically prescribed to reduce alcohol use- Naltrexone, Campral, and Antabuse. She answers what these meds are, how they work, and who they might be useful for. Find Alcohol Tipping Point: You can email me at deb@alcoholtippingpoint.com or visit www.alcoholtippingpoint.com Get your free 100 Questions to Change Your Drinking download here: alcoholtippingpoint.com/100questions Need help taking a break from drinking? Sign up for my 30 Day Solo Alcoholiday. 30 Days for $30 Sign up here: alcoholtippingpoint.com/30daybreak Sign up now, your day 1 starts tomorrow! What you get: Daily emails over the next 30 days that include: Thoughts, tips and mindset tricks to make the break easier Tools for dealing with common triggers like cravings, stress, anxiety, and socializing Inspirational and life changing content
41:43•17 Mar 2021
Medications That Tame Alcohol Cravings: Expert Advice from Shawna Kuehne
“So many different tools that you can use to treat it. You don't have to treat it one way, especially in Today's day and age.”
Ever wondered if medication could help you or a loved one manage alcohol cravings? In this episode of 'Alcohol Tipping Point', host Debbie sits down with Shawna Kuehne, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), to dive into this very topic. Shawna breaks down three key medications—Naltrexone, Campral, and Antabuse—that are commonly prescribed to help reduce alcohol consumption. She explains how each one works, who might benefit from them, and what to expect when taking these meds.
But it's not just about popping pills; Shawna also talks about alternative treatments and the importance of a personalized approach to tackling alcohol use disorder. From the challenges of traditional abstinence programs to the significance of building a supportive network, this episode is packed with practical advice and insights. If you're looking for ways to manage alcohol cravings or seeking alternatives to traditional methods, this conversation offers valuable guidance and hope.
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