Motivational Interviewing Flashcards
True or false, in motivational interviewing, the patient gets to choose what’s best for them?
True
Why is letting the patient choose their own treatment beneficial?
It’s the philosophy of not forcing them to do something.
What is intrinsic motivation?
A motivation that is fueled by what’s inside you. An inner motivation.
True or false, intrinsic motivation is more effective and powerful than extrinsic motivation?
True
What is reflective listening?
Saying something that the patient said back to them to make sure you fully understand them. Gives patient a chance to clarify/correct themselves.
True or false, resistance is a bad sign as a therapist?
False, it’s good because it shows that the patient trusts you with their frustration.
What are some traps of resistance?
- Question/answer
- Confrontation/denial
- Expert
- Labeling
- Blaming
- Premature focus
What is the expert trap?
“I’m an expert so you should listen to me because I know what I’m talking about”.
True or false, motivational interviewing makes use of the transtheoretical model of change?
True
