This article provides a selective overview of the empirical literature on substance use assessment for persons with severe mental illness. We organize the review around key questions related to three assessment goals. With regard to screening, we address what screening tools are appropriate for use in psychiatric settings, and what methodological concerns arise regarding their use in these cont...

Alcohol­use disorders (AUD’s) commonly occur in people with other severe mental ill n esses, s uch as s chi zop h renia or bi p ola r d is order , and can exacerbate their psychiatric, medical, and family problems. Therefore, to improve detection of alcohol­ related problems, establish correct AUD diagnoses, and develop appropriate treatment plans, it is important to thoroughly assess severely ...