Section: Module 4: Brief Interventions | Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment | NextGenU.org

  • Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:
    • Understand what brief interventions are and what they try to accomplish.
    • Know what agencies endorse the use of brief interventions.
    • Examine some of the evidence for the effectiveness of brief interventions for various substances.
    • Raise the subject.
    • Provide appropriate feedback.
    • Enhance motivation (including the pros and cons).
    • Negotiate a plan.

    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute):  4 hours and 43 minutes.

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    • This Module content includes most of the information you will need to complete the quizzes and activities in this course. Be aware that some of the required readings are linked in the document and will be considered for the course assessments. Additionally, you will find some recommended readings to expand on your preferred topics.

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      Quiz: Module 4

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