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Medical Education

2015

University of Vermont

Alcohol

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The Hidden In Plain Sight Program — A Novel And Interactive Approach To Substance Abuse Prevention And Education, Murtaza I. Bharmal Jan 2015

The Hidden In Plain Sight Program — A Novel And Interactive Approach To Substance Abuse Prevention And Education, Murtaza I. Bharmal

Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects

Introduction. Despite stabilizing trends in alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, prescription medication, and illicit drug use reported by the National Institute of Drug Abuse, there is clear evidence that substance abuse is pervasive throughout Aroostook county as well as the state of Maine. Further research shows that parents often overlook everyday items that may indicate that an adolescent is engaging in some form of risky behavior. More so, parents are often apprehensive about talking to their children about risky behaviors and do not know how to appropriately manage these issues or where to seek help. Although there are many resources for substance …


Alcohol Use Among Middle School Children In Vermont, Sargis Ohanyan Jan 2015

Alcohol Use Among Middle School Children In Vermont, Sargis Ohanyan

Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects

Alcohol and drug education classes have reduced alcohol use in Vermont middle schools to approximately 20%, however currently no screening or intervention programs are available for the aforementioned 20%. Experts agree that early alcohol use significantly increases the risk of myriad psychosocial problems later in life, therefore early screening and intervention is paramount. The focus of this project is to raise awareness for the need of early screening/intervention regarding alcohol use in Vermont middle schools.


Screening, Brief Intervention And Referral To Treatment For Substance Abuse In Waitsfield, Vt, Chi An Liu Jan 2015

Screening, Brief Intervention And Referral To Treatment For Substance Abuse In Waitsfield, Vt, Chi An Liu

Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects

Substance abuse is an issue in Waitsfield, VT and currently there is no formal program or intervention at Mad River Family Practice to help patients overcome their addictions. Screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment (SBIRT) is a program to identify at risk patients, raise awareness of their abuse, and help them find support and treatment they need.