Abstract
Aims: To develop evidence-based guidelines for screening and brief intervention in primary health care settings. Method: Literature search in MEDLINE and review of studies published since the beginning of 1995. Results: (1) Screening: Simple paper and pencil screening instruments are more effective in identifying problem drinkers than biochemical markers. (2) Intervention: Brief interventions delivered by health care professionals may motivate problem drinkers to cut down consumption to safer levels. Benefit-cost analyses support the implementation of screening and brief intervention strategies. Conclusions: Screening and brief intervention for alcohol problems should be incorporated into routine primary care.
| Translated title of the contribution | Hazardous, harmful and dependent alcohol use: Screening, diagnosis, brief intervention. AWMF-Guidelines |
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| Original language | German |
| Journal | Sucht |
| Volume | 50 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| Pages (from-to) | 102-112 |
| Number of pages | 11 |
| ISSN | 0939-5911 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 04.2004 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
Research Areas and Centers
- Academic Focus: Center for Brain, Behavior and Metabolism (CBBM)
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