Differences in Perceptions of and Practices Regarding Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorders Among VA Primary Care Providers in Urban and Rural Clinics

ConclusionsProviders in rural settings view referral to specialty addictions treatment as impractical and resources inadequate to treat AUD. Additional work is needed to understand the unique needs of rural clinics and decrease barriers to AUD treatment.

Source: The Journal of Rural Health - January 24, 2018 Category: Rural Health Authors: Jessica P. Young, Carol E. Achtmeyer, Kara M. Bensley, Eric J. Hawkins, Emily C. Williams Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research