Physicians' experiences of SBIRT training and implementation for SUD management in primary care in the UAE: a qualitative study.

Unlabelled: AimThe objective of this paper is to present a qualitative study of introducing substance misuse screening using the Screening Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) model, in primary care in Abu Dhabi.

Background: Substance misuse in the UAE is an increasing problem. However religious beliefs and fear of legal consequences have prevented this topic from being openly discussed, risk levels identified through screening and treatment options offered.

A controlled trial of screening, brief intervention and referral for treatment (SBIRT) implementation in primary care in the United Arab Emirates.

Unlabelled: Aim This project evaluated the effectiveness of screening brief intervention and referral for treatment (SBIRT) in primary care in Abu Dhabi to manage patients with problematic substance use. This study aimed to determine whether: (i) training primary care physicians on the SBIRT model increased the identification of patients using substances at a harmful, hazardous or dependent level; (ii) training improved physicians' knowledge, attitudes and beliefs in self-efficacy in managing substance use.

Background: Substance use is increasing in the United Arab Emirates yet there has been no formal primary care intervention.

Adolescents' perception of substance use and factors influencing its use: a qualitative study in Abu Dhabi.

Objective: The objective of this article is to gain a deeper understanding of the attitudes and perceptions of adolescents in the United Arab Emirates regarding substance and to identify factors that, in their view, may influence the risk of substance use and suggest possible interventions.

Design: This was a qualitative study that used a focus group approach.

Setting: The study was carried out in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.