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Motivational Interviewing and Relapse Prevention for DWI: A Pilot Study.

L A R Stein, Rebecca Lebeau-Craven

Journal of Drug Issues

|May 21, 2010

Summary

This pilot study explored Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Relapse Prevention (RP) for individuals arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). Results suggest MI/RP may improve coping skills and treatment outcomes for DWI offenders.

Area of Science:

Addiction Medicine
Clinical Psychology
Public Health

Background:

Driving while impaired (DWI) presents a significant national health challenge.
Effective interventions are needed for individuals convicted of DWI to prevent recidivism.
Behavioral change motivation is crucial for addressing substance use issues linked to DWI.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of Motivational Interviewing (MI) combined with Relapse Prevention (RP) for DWI offenders.
To enhance client motivation to change substance use behaviors.
To develop coping skills for managing high-risk situations associated with DWI.

Main Methods:

A pilot study involving 25 DWI-involved clients.
Clients received Motivational Interviewing (MI) followed by Relapse Prevention (RP).

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Treatment outcomes were compared to standard care.

Main Results:

Clients reported favorable ratings for the MI/RP treatment compared to standard care.
Participants demonstrated improved coping skills.
General improvements in client status were observed by the end of the four-week treatment period.

Conclusions:

The combination of MI and RP shows promise as a treatment for individuals engaged in DWI.
Further rigorous clinical trials are warranted to confirm the effectiveness of MI/RP for DWI offenders.
This pilot study supports the development of targeted interventions for DWI recidivism.