A qualitative interview study of patient experiences of receiving motivational enhancement therapy in a Swedish addiction specialist treatment setting

CONCLUSIONS: Therapist behaviors in line with MI spirit were emphasized as key to the development of a positive therapeutic relationship. More specific advice on goal-setting may be effective for supporting change in some patients. Longer treatment is requested among patients to support the patient's self-efficacy for change. Significant others can support change without necessarily being present in sessions.TRIAL REGISTRATION: The current trial was retrospectively registered at isrtcn.com (14539251).PMID:37475039 | PMC:PMC10357895 | DOI:10.1186/s13722-023-00398-7
Source: Addiction Science and Clinical Practice - Category: Addiction Authors: Source Type: research