SBIRT Glossary
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SAMHSASubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (federal level). Pronounced "SAM-suh." |
SBIRT |
SCASingle County Authority for Drug and Alcohol. SCAs plan, coordinate,
programmatically and fiscally manage and implement the delivery of drug
and alcohol prevention, intervention, and treatment services at the
local level. |
ScreeningA formal process of assessment to determine whether a patient warrants
further attention at the current time for a particular disorder. |
Standard DrinkIn the United States, one standard drink contains 14 grams of alcohol.
Equivalent to 12 fl oz of beer (5% alcohol by volume), 8-9 fl oz of malt
liquor or imported/specialty beers (7% ABV), 5 fl oz of table wine (12%
ABV), 3-4 fl oz of fortified wine such as sherry or port (17% ABV), 2-3
fl oz of cordial, liqueur or aperitif (24% ABV) or 1.5 oz (one shot or
jigger) of 80-proof spirits (40% ABV). |
StimulantA class of drugs that have a stimulating or excitatory effect on the
central nervous system. common stimulants include cocaine, caffeine, and
amphetamines. |
SuboxoneA substance used to treat opioid addiction. A combination of
buprenorphine (agonist) and naloxone (antagonist) with a minimal abuse
potential. Unlike methodone, can be prescribed in an office environment. |
SUDSubstance Use Disorder. |