This module gives a comprehensive overview of psychostimulant withdrawal and related nursing care and management. The module explains the impact of psychostimulant withdrawal, risks involved in the delivery of care and strategies to support patients and improve their experience of care. In addition, there is a range of resources listed and information for included for further review.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this CPD module, you should be able to:

• be able to identify the patterns of use of amphetamine-type substances
• be able to identify the different categories of psychostimulants
• be able to recognise and stages of withdrawal management and associated nursing care
• understand the impacts of psychostimulants on mood and cognitive functioning.