A national survey of alcohol screening and referral in college health centers.

摘要: To determine the extent and nature of alcohol screening referral services provided by college health centers, authors conducted a state-stratified, random sampling 25% 327 4-year accredited US colleges universities with centers. Of 249 survey respondents, 32% routinely screened students for use. Urban, public, large institutions were most likely to screen routinely. Only 11.7% sample reported they used standardized instruments, predominantly CAGE. The centers an average 3.4 options, but only 27.5% offered access campus programs specifically designed who are substance abusers. Findings suggest that majority not providing routine or using instruments. In addition, often referred may be inappropriate ineffective in addressing needs drinkers.