Social workers should be core part of community alcohol services, says proposed treatment guidelines

Social workers should be a core part of community alcohol treatment services, according to proposed government treatment guidelines issued last week for consultation.
They should be members of multidisciplinary teams in every area responsible for assessment, treatment and recovery planning, alongside doctors, nurses and psychologists, say the guidelines on treating harmful drinking and alcohol dependence.
The UK-wide guidelines, drawn up by experts, including those with lived experience, are des