Abstract
Brief alcohol interventions (BAIs) are an evidence-based practice for addressing hazardous drinking among primary care patients, yet implementation of BAIs in practice has been difficult and disparities have been identified regarding implementing BAIs with women and racial/ethnic minority patients. Further, patient engagement is a commonly identified barrier to BAI implementation. This mixed methods study aimed to assess acceptability of BAIs among women and racial/ethnic minority primary care patients and to identify factors that may impact their receptivity to engaging in a BAI. Qualitative interviews were conducted with 17 patients who had screened positive for hazardous alcohol use. Patients reported neutral to positive acceptability ratings regarding BAIs, and qualitative responses yielded 4 main themes for factors that may impact receptivity to BAIs including: (1) delivery of the BAI, (2) patient-centeredness, (3) personal relevance, and (4) relationship with the provider. Results have potential implications for implementation of BAIs in primary care settings.
Recommended Citation
Scharer, Jacob L.; Shepardson, Robyn; Roelk, Brandi; Gass, Julie C.; Wray, Laura; Maisto, Stephen A.; and Funderburk, Jennifer
(2025)
"Prospective Receptivity and Acceptability of Brief Alcohol Interventions Among Women and Racial/Ethnic Minority Veterans in Primary Care,"
The Journal of Integrated Primary Care: Vol. 1:
Iss.
4, Article 2.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.pcom.edu/jipc/vol1/iss4/2
