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. 2012 Jul;102(7):e37-8.
doi: 10.2105/AJPH.2011.300639. Epub 2012 May 17.

Utilizing screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment: teaching assessment of substance abuse

Victoria A Osborne  1 , Kalea Benner
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Utilizing screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment: teaching assessment of substance abuse

Victoria A Osborne et al. Am J Public Health. 2012 Jul.

Abstract

Although social workers regularly encounter clients with substance use problems, social work education rarely addresses addictions with any depth. This pilot study explored the use of screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (SBIRT) with 74 social work students. Students completed SBIRT training with pre- and post-questionnaires that assessed attitudes, knowledge, and skills concerning substance misuse. Statistically significant differences were demonstrated with students reporting more confidence in their ability to successfully assess for alcohol misuse and subsequently intervene.

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  • Language and addiction: choosing words wisely.
    Wakeman SE. Wakeman SE. Am J Public Health. 2013 Apr;103(4):e1-2. doi: 10.2105/AJPH.2012.301191. Epub 2013 Feb 14. Am J Public Health. 2013. PMID: 23409913 Free PMC article. No abstract available.

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