Heavy drinkers' expectations and experiences when discussing alcohol use during a general practice visit in Australia: A qualitative study.

Background And Objectives: Our understanding of community members' expectations and experiences of discussing alcohol use in general practice settings is limited, particularly for people with heavy alcohol use.

Method: Qualitative interviews were conducted with people with heavy alcohol use to explore their experiences of discussing alcohol use with their general practitioner (GP). Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed, and data were analysed using an inductive thematic approach.