Motivational Interviewing

Abstract

This chapter focuses on one method of behavior change counseling called motivational interviewing (MI), which can be readily incorporated into the range of usual interactions between the health practitioner and patient. Typical consultations are often limited in time or include many complexities that reduce the amount of time that can be allocated to each specific aspect. MI is an approach that can help practitioners use these brief windows of opportunity more effectively for their patients to achieve lasting behavioral change. The chapter explores ways in which the practitioner can work with the patient to achieve change. MI has been applied to many aspects of behavior change, ranging from lifestyle and drug use to self-destructive behaviors involving the law. MI fills the gap in providing strategies to build motivation and strengthen commitment in those who are not yet considering change or who are uncertain about change.

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