Part of Arizona’s Rethink Rx Abuse public health information campaign, these materials are intended to help communities improve patient assessment and referral to substance use disorder treatment. Includes information about medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder, screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment (SBIRT), fact sheets on identifying opioid use disorder (OUD) or people at risk for developing OUD, and a guide to finding behavioral health treatment services.
Be in the Know – MAT for OUD
Source: Arizona Rethink RX Abuse
A fact sheet for patients and caregivers explaining Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). This document primarily addresses opposition to MAT and clearly states that MAT does not adversely affect a person’s intelligence, mental capability, physical functioning
Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) – Frequently Asked Questions for Medical Care Providers
Source: Arizona Rethink RX Abuse
This 2 page report provides answers to frequently asked questions about Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) for health care providers in Arizona. It also includes answers to questions such as what is SBIRT, how long does it take to administer during an
Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) – Two Question Drug and Alcohol Use Pre-Screen
Source: Arizona Rethink RX Abuse
This two page fact sheet explains the two pre-screen questions and the Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST) health care providers can use when administering a Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) assessment. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative,
Steps to Find Mental/Behavioral Health Treatment Services in Arizona
Source: Arizona Rethink RX Abuse
A step-by-step guide for providers, patients, or caregivers on how to use the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration’s Behavioral Health Treatment Locator. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about
Naloxone Resources
Source: Arizona Rethink RX Abuse
This fact sheet lists resources with information about naloxone and includes links to important web sites. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.
Signs of Prescription Drug Dependence
Source: Arizona Rethink RX Abuse
This fact sheet educates patients and caregivers about warning signs that a person may have developed or be at risk of developing a dependence on opioid pain medications. It provides information about how to get support and access treatment if drug dependence is identified. Part of the Arizona
Signs and Symptoms Youth
Source: Arizona Rethink Rx Abuse & The Partnership at Drug-Free.org
This fact sheet lists the signs and symptoms that might indicate a youth has developed a prescription drug misuse problem. It includes specific information about opioid misuse, depressant (anti-anxiety medication and sedatives) misuse, and stimulant misuse along with information about