Screening for psychological disorders (e.g., depression and substance abuse) in primary health care settings has been shown to increase identification and reduce prevalence of the disorders (following administration of brief interventions). This report details the results of a preliminary investigation regarding how the National Opinion Research Center DSM-IV Screen for Gambling Problems - Loss of Control, Lying and Preoccupation might be integrated into existing practice at the Sandy Hill Community Health Centre, located in Ottawa, Ontario, to opportunistically screen for gambling problems among its primary health care clients. The report presents the results of interviews with staff from the Sandy Hill Community Health Centre. Literature is also reviewed regarding the application of opportunistic screening in other domains to guide the development of the larger research project.
