What do IBH, CHAP, BHA, Title 47, walk-in and other behavioral-health words mean?

Plain-language meanings of behavioral health words used on the North Slope. IBH (Integrated Behavioral Health): a program, part of NSB Health & Social Services, offering therapy, psychiatric care, case management and substance use support. Walk-in: you can show up without an appointment (for example, NSB IBH in Utqiaġvik). CHAP: the Community Health Aide Program. Behavioral Health Aide (BHA): a village-based provider trained to offer mental health support, education and referrals, working closely with clinicians and tribal health systems. Case manager: a person who helps coordinate your care, referrals and follow-up, and navigate systems like housing, healthcare or the courts. Crisis intervention or stabilization: immediate help or short-term care during a mental health emergency to get safe, calm and connected to longer-term support. Title 47: a legal process for placing someone in emergency mental health care when they are a danger to themselves or others. Outpatient: services with no overnight stay. Referral: a provider sends you to another person or program. Dual diagnosis: mental health challenges and substance use at the same time. SMI: severe mental illness. Substance use recovery: help to reduce or stop alcohol or drug use. Acronyms: ASNA (Arctic Slope Native Association), SSMH (Samuel Simmonds Memorial Hospital), AWIC (Arctic Women in Crisis), ICAS (Iñupiat Communities of the Arctic Slope), NVB (Native Village of Barrow), PSO (Public Safety Officer). If you're unsure what a word means, ask a provider. You deserve to understand your care. (Source: North Slope Borough Health & Social Services resource guide.)