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Primary Care Reports – October 1, 2022

October 1, 2022

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  • A Guide to Change: Modifying Unhealthy Behaviors in Patients

    Motivational interviewing is an evidence-based, empathic approach to the patient interview incorporating techniques that encourage patients to self-reflect and voice reasons for change, while recognizing underlying ambivalence. This article presents approaches recommended for use in a primary care office when the clinical interview indicates a need for behavioral change.