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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 or visit the Emergency Department (ED) after receiving SBIRT from a mental health counselor, compared to patients not seen by the counselors.

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CCAPP, Column

The One and Only Warren Daniels

Warren Daniels' reputation was that he was forceful, overbearing, and wanted things done his way.

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Inclusive Recovery Cities: How community capital can build to impact on the wellbeing of all citizens

The core concept of the Inclusive Recovery Cities initiative is to establish a global network of cities that actively contribute to community wellbeing and foster the exchange of ideas concerning innovation, social enterprise, and strategies to challenge stigma and exclusion.

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Column, Industry Insider

Avoiding Four Common Marketing Mistakes

Many providers encounter significant challenges, resulting in numerous bankruptcies and failed investments within the behavioral health sector.

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Column, Counselor Concerns

An Attempt to Simplify the Not-So-Simple: The Neuroscience of SUDs

Ongoing research conducted by organizations like NIDA continues to shed light on the neurobiology of SUDs and uncover new discoveries.

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Column, Letter from the Publisher

The Impact of “Medical Gaslighting” on Addiction Patients

When medical gaslighting occurs, patients need to be prepared.

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Column, NALGAP

The Struggle and Resilience of Transgender Black/African American

LGBTQ+ individuals need competent and informed clinicians who can honor their code of ethics and treat them with respect.

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Column, Topics in Behavioral Health Care

Clinical Tools to Enhance Recovery and Reduce Relapse Risk with Substance Use Disorder

Even clients with a history of multiple relapses have episodes of recovery in which positive coping strategies were used.

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Cultural Considerations in SUD Treatment for African Americans

Alcohol and other drug addictions have had a major impact on the African American community.

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Column, Wellness

Making meals count

Making appropriate food choices for your body can significantly impact how you feel in the present and in the long term.

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Policy Pendulum: The War on Drugs and Minorities

The war on drugs disproportionately impacted minority communities, leading to high rates of incarceration and perpetuating racial disparities in the criminal justice system.

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Culturally Responsive Treatment of African American Clients with Substance Use Disorders

Culturally responsive programming for African American clients with substance use disorders often involves creating a program that meets the needs of African American clients from the initial phone call for services through discharge, follow-up, and continuous care.

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