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Motivational interviewing: research, practice, and puzzles

W R Miller1

  • 1Department of Psychology, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque 87131-1161, USA.

Addictive Behaviors
|November 1, 1996
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Motivational interviewing is a counseling approach that helps people change behaviors, particularly substance abuse. While effective, the exact reasons why it works remain unclear.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Behavioral Science
  • Addiction Treatment

Background:

  • Motivational interviewing (MI) is a client-centered approach designed to help individuals resolve ambivalence and initiate behavior change.
  • Its development is rooted in understanding the psychological underpinnings of behavior modification.
  • MI is particularly relevant for addressing issues like alcohol and drug abuse.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the background research informing the development of motivational interviewing.
  • To examine the current evidence supporting the efficacy of MI in reducing alcohol and drug abuse.
  • To briefly discuss the therapeutic style elements of MI.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of background research on MI.
  • Synthesis of evidence from studies on MI's effectiveness in substance abuse treatment.

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  • Descriptive analysis of MI's therapeutic style.

    • Main Results:

    • Evidence generally supports the effectiveness of motivational interviewing in behavior change, especially for substance abuse.
    • The review covers foundational research and current efficacy data.
    • Key aspects of the MI therapeutic style are outlined.

    Conclusions:

    • Motivational interviewing is a supported intervention for behavior change and substance abuse reduction.
    • Despite evidence of effectiveness, the precise mechanisms driving change require further investigation.
    • Unsolved puzzles remain regarding the underlying reasons for MI's success.