Medical Student 8 Hour Buprenorphine Training-Session 7: Evidence-Based Counseling

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Wyatt discusses behavior change and evidence-based counseling approaches for patients with substance use disorders. He introduces motivational interviewing as the foundation of counseling, which focuses on helping patients identify their motivations for change. Dr. Wyatt also discusses the importance of screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment in identifying and helping patients with alcohol and drug use disorders. He explains the role of medication-assisted treatment in reducing cravings and engaging patients in behavioral changes. Cognitive behavioral therapy is highlighted as an effective therapeutic approach, along with medication management and self-help groups in supporting recovery. The video also covers the principles and techniques of motivational interviewing, including open-ended questions, affirming, reflecting, and summarizing. The ABCs of behavior change (antecedents, behaviors, consequences) are discussed, along with the importance of evoking change talk and helping patients develop a plan for achieving their goals. The video concludes with a discussion on brief intervention and the importance of screening for substance use disorders to facilitate healthy changes in patients' lives. No specific credits are provided.

Keywords

behavior change

evidence-based counseling

substance use disorders

motivational interviewing

screening

brief intervention