The process of "build it and they will come" is a common assumption in the field of behavioral health. It is often believed that by opening a program to address addiction and mental health issues, numerous individuals in need of care will flock to the facility. However, the reality is far from this optimistic notion. In practice, many providers encounter significant challenges, resulting in numerous bankruptcies and failed investments within the behavioral health sector.
Counselor SBIRT alcohol interventions at patient bedsides are associated with preventing future hospitalizations and emergency visits and with saving money for health systems
Research findings suggest that hospitalized patients with risky alcohol use or alcohol use disorders were 68% less likely to be hospitalized again…