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Flagstaff’s alcohol problems need more local options – Arizona Daily Sun
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Flagstaff's alcohol problems need more local options Arizona Daily Sun Throw in a thriving downtown entertainment district lubricated by more than a dozen bars, and it's no wonder Flagstaff's criminal justice and behavioral health systems seem stuck in a revolving door: There's simply too much momentum behind alcohol …

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HOPE Court helps people facing mental health, addiction problems – Zanesville Times Recorder
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HOPE Court helps people facing mental health, addiction problems Zanesville Times Recorder If there have been any problems, such as someone missing meetings or having a relapse with drugs or alcohol, sanctions are imposed. Sometimes, it's community service or extra alcoholics anonymous meetings, Martin said. If it's a second or third offense … and more »

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SBIRT for alcohol use: college student

SBIRT = Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment This case example demonstrates the SBIRT Brief Negotiated Interview (BNI) with a college student. These skills are based in motivational interviewing techniques. The patient is in the hospital for a head injury related to falling down while intoxicated. The health care provider has a respectful, nonjudgmental conversation with her to explore the possibility of changing her drinking behavior (cutting back on quantity and frequency). Speaking respectfully with the patient and asking questions, instead of telling the patient what to do, can increase the patient’s motivation to change, and his/her autonomy to carry-out those changes.

 

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