DB 4.2

COLLAPSE

Since Motivational Interviewing is a relatively new approach in the field of human services, there are several "myths" that have been identified but have been refuted. Please pick at least 5 myths below and provide 1) your rationale for why the myth developed, 2) your thoughts based on your reading as to why the myth is false, and 3) the "correct" viewpoint demonstrating your understanding of the myth. Please choose from the list below:

-Motivational Interviewing (MI) is confrontational

-MI is too "soft" - addicts need "tough love"

-MI is part of the Transtheoretical Model

-MI does not work because it allows people to relapse

-MI is for treating addictions only

-MI is just a fad

-MI is the only approach that works

-MI is unethical

-There is no proof that MI works

-MI is only available in expensive treatment centers

this is a discussion to be answered please use citations and references and make sure the references coincide with the citations