Primary healthcare approach to substance abuse management
Substance abuse is common amongst patients attending primary healthcare settings. Despite the substantial impact on one’s health, substance abuse is often underdiagnosed by primary care providers owing to a lack of training and time for screening. Self-reported screening tools are easy to administer...
Main Author: | Ramprakash Kaswa |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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AOSIS
2021-05-01
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Series: | South African Family Practice |
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Online Access: | https://safpj.co.za/index.php/safpj/article/view/5307 |
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