Motivational interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based therapeutic style developed in the early 1980s.[1] While the technique may not come naturally, especially for those of us without a background in ...

A colleague recently consulted me about one of her patients who was struggling with alcohol. The patient was on the fence about whether or not she really had a problem, whereas the therapist believed ...

I was recently asked while a panelist at a cannabis education conference, “What is the most common mistake clinicians make when using motivational interviewing?” My immediate answer was that too many ...

Tomlin, K.M, and Richardson, H. (2004). Motivational Interviewing and Stages of Change: Integrating Best Practices for Substance Abuse Professionals. Hazelden Publishing and Educational Services, ...

Changing health habits – like quitting smoking, exercising more, or sticking to prescribed treatments – is difficult but crucial for preventing and managing chronic diseases. Motivational interviewing ...

As the measles outbreak spreads -- with more than 1,200 cases confirmed across 38 states, a 13% hospitalization rate, and three deaths -- some parents who previously chose not to vaccinate their ...