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LOCATION:Online
DESCRIPTION:This webinar explores nicotine dependence through a modern biopsychosocial lens, moving beyond outdated concepts of “willpower” and personal failure. Participants will examine closely the neurobiology of nicotine addiction, and touch on the link of smoking with chronic pain. The session will cover evidence-based approaches to assessment (using biofeedback) and management in general practice, including proactive and individually tailored pharmacotherapy, motivational interviewing, behavioural strategies, relapse prevention, and compassionate, non-judgemental patient-centred communication. The webinar will also explore how shame, fear, and self-criticism can interfere with behaviour change, and how GPs can foster safety, agency, and therapeutic alliance to support sustainable change. Learning outcomes Develop a contemporary understanding of nicotine dependence that integrates neurobiology and behaviour. Apply practical, patient-centred strategies for supporting smoking and vaping Facilitator Dr Hester Wilson - BMed(Hons) FRACGP FAChAM MMH Speaker Dr Adele Stewart - Chair, RACGP Specific Interests Pain Management and Accredited Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher
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SUMMARY:Beyond willpower – Managing nicotine dependence in general practice – RACGP
ORGANIZER:Gippsland Primary Health Network
URL;VALUE=URI:https://gphn.org.au/events/beyond-willpower-managing-nicotine-dependence-in-general-practice-racgp/
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