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Advisory: Prescribing Pharmacotherapies for Patients With Alcohol Use Disorder
Published: January 2021
This Advisory, based on TIP 49, Incorporating Alcohol Pharmacotherapies Into Medical Practice, focuses on medication and related treatment decisions made after screening and assessment for AUD, and medically supervised withdrawal, if necessary. Alcohol consumption should not stop abruptly in those patients who have consumed alcohol regularly over a prolonged period of time. This Advisory is meant as an overview of AUD medications to facilitate abstinence.
Implementing Tobacco Cessation Programs in Substance Use Disorder Treatment Settings
Published: August 2018
This quick guide contains an overview of the challenges associated with tobacco cessation and the benefits of being tobacco-free for individuals as well as those of a smoke-free workplace. It also includes tips that substance use disorder treatment settings can use to implement their own tobacco cessation programs.
The Next Step Toward a Better Life (Korean version)
Published: December 2015
This Korean-language brochure describes the stages of recovery from people living with substance use disorders and what to expect after leaving detoxification services. It offers guidance on adjusting to sobriety and long-term recovery. The brochure also discusses legal issues and lists resources.
Racial/Ethnic Differences in Mental Health Service Use among Adults
Published: July 2015
This chart book reports estimates of mental health service use among adults in the United States within different racial and ethnic groups. Highlights include past year use of mental health service, use of prescription psychiatric medication, and use of outpatient and inpatient mental health service.
The Next Step Toward a Better Life - Based on TIP 45 (Spanish Version)
Published: November 2014
Describe las etapas de la recuperación del abuso de drogas y el alcohol y lo que se puede esperar después de terminar el proceso de desintoxicación. Ofrece consejos para ajustarse a la sobriedad después de la desintoxicación y a través del proceso de recuperación a largo plazo. Habla sobre las implicaciones legales e incluye una lista de recursos adicionales.