7 January 2015
Researchers:
Betsy Thom, Rachel Herring, Lisa Luger, Fizz Annand (Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, Middlesex University)
Key findings
- There is sufficient evidence to support current optimism about the potential for alcohol IBA to be delivered in a range of health and non-health settings
- Online IBA models have potential to reach individuals who may not access health or support services.
- Organisational, professional and context- specific challenges impede implementation and, in particular, the sustainability of initiatives over the longer term
- Training has an important role to play in improving the knowledge and skills level of staff; however, on its own, it does not guarantee delivery of IBA
- Evaluation and monitoring should be built in to new initiatives to ensure appropriate use of resources and to promote a culture of learning from practice
