Biomedical subjects

M Derely

Publications and source records attributed to M Derely.

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[Which abstinence in alcohol problems?].

Examining the place of abstinence in alcoholism, the authors review the different tendencies in recent literature (total abstinence, controlled drinking, responsible drinking). According to the type and severeness of these problems, different approaches are presented in the frame- work of family therapy. Through the development of a clinical case, the authors illustrate the interest of prescribing compulsory abstinence within the context of voluntary hospitalization, family and individual psychotherapy.

Adult↗

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[Potassium chlorazepate administered orally in alcoholic detoxification].

30 alcoholic patients were studied during a detoxification period of 14 days in the hospital. Variable doses (maximum 300 mg) of potassium clorazepate allowed to achieve an harmless and rather comfortable detoxification, evaluated through internationally used skates (SSA and HSCL).

Administration, Oral↗

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[Anorexia and drug addiction. Apropos of toxicorexias].

The authors are comparing anorexia nervosa and addiction, from the points of view of the evolution and of family features. They propose the denomination of "toxicorexia" for these intricate pathologies where an anorexic or bulimic problem is associated to a drug, alcohol or medication abuse. Finally, a few guide-lines for the treatment are established.

Adolescent↗