health risk behaviors

SBIRT: Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment

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SAMHSA-HRSA Center for Integrated Health Solutions

Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) is an evidence-based practice used to identify, reduce, and prevent problematic use, abuse, and dependence on alcohol and illicit drugs. The SBIRT model was incited by an Institute of Medicine recommendation that called for community-based screening for health risk behaviors, including substance use.

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