Gender, alcohol and interventions

Source: Alcohol Research UK

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Date of publication: May, 2012

Publication type: Report

In a nutshell: The aim of this study was to expand on recent research into young people and alcohol by examining age and sex differences in young people’s beliefs about alcohol consumption and interventions to combat alcohol misuse.

Length of publication: 42 page report

Some important notes: An Alcohol Insight, which summarises this report is also available here.

Obesity and alcohol: an overview

Source: National Obesity Observatory

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Date of publication: February, 2012

Publication type: Report

In a nutshell: This paper aims to provide a brief overview of current understanding of the key issues related to obesity and alcohol

Length of publication: 9 pages

Acknowledgement: Alcohol Policy UK

Mentorship for Alcohol Problems (MAP): A Peer to Peer Modular Intervention for Outpatients

Source: Alcohol and Alcoholism 2012, 47 (1), p42-47

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Date of publication: December, 2011

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: A Stage I open pilot to develop a new intervention, Mentorship for Alcohol Problems (MAP), shows promise to be incorporated into professionally run outpatient alcohol treatment programs to assist in the reduction of alcohol and substance use.

Length of publication: 6 page

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.

Brief Alcohol Intervention by Newly Trained Workers Versus Leaflets

Title:  Brief Alcohol Intervention by Newly Trained Workers Versus Leaflets: Comparison of Effect in Older Heavy Drinkers Identified in a Population Health Examination Survey: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Source: Alcohol and Alcoholism 2012,  47 (1), p25-32

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Date of publication: December, 2011

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: This study aimed to test if a brief motivational intervention (BMI) in a non-treatment seeking population of heavy drinkers results in a reduced alcohol intake. The conclusion found no effect of a BMI in reducing alcohol consumption, although the generalizability of the study was questioned.

Length of publication: 8 pages

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. 

Delivering Alcohol Identification and Brief Advice in Sexual Health Settings

Source: Alcohol Learning Centre – South West Pages

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Date of publication: December, 2011

Publication type: Resource

In a nutshell: Resource pack outlining the case and key resources for delivering ‘Identification and Brief Advice’ (IBA) in Sexual Health Settings.  The pack was developed to support commissioners of sexual health and/or alcohol services and those delivering alcohol IBA in sexual health settings.

Length of publication: 14 pages

Acknowledgement: Alcohol Policy UK

Alcohol and sex: a cocktail for poor sexual health

Source: British Association for Sexual Health and HIV

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Date of publication: January, 2012

Publication type: Report

In a nutshell: This Alcohol and Sexual Health Working Party report has exposed missed opportunities to tackle alcohol abuse through existing sexual health services.

Length of publication: 34 page report

Some important notes: Press release available here.

Acknowledgement: Alcohol Policy UK

Alcohol brief interventions in the workplace?

Source: The Alcohol Academy

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Date of publication: September, 2011

Publication type: Report

In a nutshell: This feasibility study finds opportunities for IBA (Identification and Brief Advice) at work do exist.

Length of publication: 39 page report

Some important notes: The following related resources are also available: Alcohol and the workplace? – Briefing paper; Health and Wellbeing at the Workplace: where are we at – presentation; Alcohol at Work: what’s the problem – presentation and IBA within the workplace: a feasibility study – presentation

 

Working with Older Drinkers

Source: Alcohol Research UK

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Date of publication: December, 2011

Publication type: Report

In a nutshell: Findings from this report suggest that a significant and growing number of older people are at risk of alcohol-related harm.

Length of publication: 34 page report

Some important notes: A summary is also available by clicking here.

Acknowledgement: Alcohol Concern

Alcohol Care Teams: to reduce acute hospital admissions and improve quality of care

Source: NHS Evidence

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Date of publication: February, 2011

Publication type: Case Study

In a nutshell: Alcohol Care Teams coordinate policies of care across acute departments, including A&E.  The principal recommendation is for a multidisciplinary “Alcohol Care Team” in each District Hospital, led by a Consultant, with designated sessions, who will collaborate across hospitals and primary care to develop a coordinated alcohol treatment and prevention programme. This team would organise systematic interventions and alcohol specialist nurses. The evidence in this document is not only for the team, but for a variety of actions, including Brief Interventions, specialist alcohol nurses and ways of reaching out to patients.

Length of publication: 15 page case study

Acknowledgement: Alcohol Policy UK

Alcohol and Calories

Source: Alcohol Concern

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Date of publication: August, 2011

Publication type: Briefing

In a nutshell: This briefing looks at how alcohol is contributing to increasing levels of overweight and obesity and makes recommendations for enabling the public to make healthier choices.

Length of publication: 4 page briefing

Acknowledgement: Alcohol Policy UK