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Enhancing Behavioral Change with Motivational Interviewing: a case study in a Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit

Enhancing Behavioral Change with Motivational Interviewing: a case study in a Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit

Authors :
Giada ePietrabissa
Martina eCeccarini
Maria eBorrello
Gian Mauro eManzoni
Annamaria eTiton
Ferruccio eNibbio
Mariella eMontano
Gianandrea eBertone
Luca eGondoni
Gianluca eCastelnuovo
Source :
Frontiers in Psychology, Vol 6 (2015)
Publication Year :
2015
Publisher :
Frontiers Media S.A., 2015.

Abstract

Background: psychological interventions in Cardiac Rehabilitation (CR) programs appear relevant in as much they significantly contribute to achieve the goals of rehabilitation, to reduce the risk of relapses and to improve patients’ adherence to therapy. To this aim, Motivational Interviewing (MI) has shown promising results in improving motivation to change and individuals’ confidence in their ability to do so. Objective: the purpose of this article is to integrate theory with practice by describing a 3-session case scenario. It illustrates how the use of MI’s skills and strategies can be used to enhance health. MI may be synergistic with other treatment approaches and it is used here in conjunction with Brief Strategic Therapy (BST). Conclusions: by the use of Motivational Interviewing principles and technique, the patient reported an increase in his motivation and ability to change, developing a post discharge plan that incorporates self-care behaviors. Clinical Implications: Motivational Interviewing may be effective in motivating and facilitating health behavior change in patients suffering from heart failure.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
16641078
Volume :
6
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Frontiers in Psychology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.6d4fdcfab9e243a59f5c771e6d1341cf
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2015.00298