Reducing alcohol harm: recovery and informed choice for those with alcohol related health problems

Source: British Liver Trust

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Date of publication: February, 2012

Publication type: Report

In a nutshell: This report suggests that it is vital that people who misuse alcohol are not treated by a one-size fits all abstinence approach.  To be as successful as possible, healthcare professionals must work with patients to understand their preferences in setting goals to reduce their alcohol harm.

Length of publication: 28 page report

Acknowledgement: Alcohol Policy UK

The Use of Emerging Technologies in Alcohol Treatment

Source:  Alcohol Research and Health 2010 Volume 33 Issue 4 p32-326

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Date of publication: December, 2010

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: This article summarizes selected examples of emerging technologies that have been developed and implemented as stand-alone interventions and as part of other face-to-face interventions.

Length of publication: 7 pages

Acknowledgement: CINHAHL

Initial Preference for Drinking Goal in the Treatment of Alcohol Problems: II. Treatment Outcomes

Source: Drug and Alcohol Findings

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Date of publication: March, 2010

Publication type: Report

In a nutshell: This is Drug and Alcohol Findings account of a study that was recently published.  The most contentious issue in the field of alcohol treatment is whether services should offer moderation as well as abstinence goals.  The conclusion seems to be ‘let the patient choose’.

Length of publication: Web Page

Some important notes: The account can be downloaded as a 6 page PDF from by clicking here.  The original article is from Alcohol and Alcoholism 2010 Volume 45 Issue 2 p136-142 and the abstract can be found by clicking here.  Please contact your local NHS Library for the full text of the article.  Follow this link to find your local NHS Library.

Acknowledgement: Alcohol Policy UK

Local Routes: Guidance for developing alcohol treatment pathways

Source: Alcohol Policy UK

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Date of publication: December, 2009

Publication type: News item

In a nutshell: This document, which builds on ‘Signs for Improvement: Commissioning interventions to reduce alcohol-related harm’ has been published to assist commissioners and alcohol leads to develop alcohol care pathways at a local level.

Length of publication: Web page

Involvement of family members in addiction care

Source: Nursing in Practice, 2009, 49, p0-3

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Date of publication: July, 2009

Publication type: Journal Article

In a nutshell: This article describes the Kent and Medway Community Alcohol Service team’s efforts to involve family members in the alcohol treatment process, which proved to be effective in improving clinical outcome and behaviour change.

Length of publication: 3 page Journal Article

Some important notes: Please contact your local NHS Library for the full text of the article.  Follow this link to find your local NHS Library.

Acknowledgement: CINAHL