Motivational Interviewing: A Communication Tool to Promote Positive Behavior Change and Optimal Health Outcomes
Vickie Z. Beckwith, Jennifer Beckwith
Abstract
Motivational interviewing (MI) is a collaborative communication style that can be integrated into everyday practice to improve conversations and serve as a catalyst for behavior change. This article reviews the fundamental principles and basic skills of MI. It discusses how MI has evolved from a therapeutic modality to a conversational style, applicable in the school setting and specifically for school nurses. The article provides an overview of how MI can be used by school nurses, challenges they may face, and resources to support implementation.
Topics & Concepts
Motivational interviewingModality (human–computer interaction)Style (visual arts)Behavior changePsychologyInterviewMedical educationCommunication skillsLife styleApplied psychologyMedicineNursingComputer scienceSocial psychologyPsychological interventionHuman–computer interactionPolitical scienceLawArchaeologyHistorySchool Health and Nursing EducationChild and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional DevelopmentChild and Adolescent Health