Hi List,
I have just followed up a client with self reported drink problem after several
instances of denial.He was initial seen by another of my OH practitioner who
requested a GP report.
The report indicated secondary effect of this clients drinking and the GP
action of referral for counselling.
Clients tells me he has attended the 5 sessions of counselling at the local
services centre that accepts only individuals who self referrals. The reason
given being that this is an indication to quit or reduce.
Now as my follow up I have used the AUDIT Alcohol Use Disorders
Identification ( AUDIT ) self referral version and the score was 26 which falls
on the zone iv.
His employer can only offer counselling but he meets the criteria for much
more.
His GP appears to focus only on the symptoms of the likely secondary effect
of the drinking.
I have suggest group therapy via AAA but the client is
reluctant .Unfortunately his employer has no robust alcohol policy.
How far can I go on this.
Looking forward to your contributions comments and support please
Patricia
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