Chapter 7 Identification, Referral for Treatment Generally, this chapter applies to Soldiers. It applies to DA Civilian employees and Family members where specifically noted. 7 – 1. Overview The Army recognizes that SUDs are often preventable and treatable. While self-referral is preferred, commanders are also responsible for identifying Soldiers at risk fora SUD and for referring them to the BH clinic fora SUD evaluation and actively supporting intervention and treatment as clinically indicated. SUD treatment determinations, including level of care needed, will be made by the treating provider for the SUD treatment services. a. Alcohol. Soldiers with alcohol-related discipline events (DUI, assault, UCMJ, and soon) or those identified by the commander as abusing alcohol will be referred to BH fora SUD evaluation. b. Other Substances.All Soldiers, to include ARNG and USAR Soldiers ordered to AD under Title 10, who are identified as having unauthorized use of substances or suspected substance abuse, will be referred to the BH clinic fora SUD evaluation.
