7194-3 Motivational Interviewing: Helping People with IDD Change and Grow-Recording

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Video Summary

The session focused on introducing motivational interviewing (MI), emphasizing its effectiveness in fostering change by engaging individuals through empathetic dialogue rather than directive or prescriptive advice. The presenter, Ken, highlighted the essence of MI through videos, discussions, and practical questions. He discussed the importance of partnership, acceptance, compassion, and empowerment in guiding conversations.<br /><br />MI differs from traditional helping methods by not assuming the expert role; instead, it involves a guiding style where both the helper and the individual collaboratively explore ambivalences and potential changes. Engaging someone in MI often starts with identifying their concerns, helping them articulate their thoughts and values, and empowering them to see their strengths and motivations.<br /><br />The session illustrated how MI can be effectively adapted for different settings and individuals, including those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), by using clear and simple language and providing ample time for responses.<br /><br />Ken used various interactive resources, including videos demonstrating the "do's and don'ts" of MI in real-life scenarios. He encouraged participants to reflect on personal dilemmas using MI techniques, fostering a practical understanding of how MI works to elicit thoughts on change without applying pressure or inducing resistance.<br /><br />The session closed with the significance of personalizing MI practice while maintaining a nonjudgmental, empathetic, and supportive approach, nurturing a safe space for individuals to explore and decide on their paths toward change. Participants were encouraged to further their learning and application of MI through additional resources and practice.

Keywords

motivational interviewing

empathetic dialogue

Ken

partnership

acceptance

compassion

empowerment

guiding style

ambivalence

intellectual disabilities

developmental disabilities

interactive resources

nonjudgmental

supportive approach

personalizing practice