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Understanding MS
 
Using Motivational Interviewing Techniques in the Care of the Multiple Sclerosis Patient
Sponsored by the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine
Release date: September 2005
Expiration date: September 2006
Estimated time to complete activity: 1 hour

This educational program is supported through an educational grant from Biogen Idec and Elan Pharmaceuticals.

There is evidence that patient-centered approaches to health care consultations may have better outcomes than traditional advice giving, especially when lifestyle change is involved. Motivational interviewing (MI) is a patient-centered approach that is gathering increased interest in health settings. It provides a way of working with patients who may not seem ready to make the behavior changes that are considered necessary by the health practitioner.

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