2008-03-18 Groundbreaking

The methods of Miller and Rollnick have been truly groundbreaking for those who work in the field of addictions.

Addiction had become known as one of the least tractable and most complex of conditions. Apart from traditional Twelve Step Facilitation, very few therapeutic interventions were found to be significantly effective. There had been some hope that CBT might prove useful - but recent research seems not to support this.

Because of the thorough and systematic nature of the techniques developed by Miller and Rollnick, this situation has now changed. Statistical studies seem to show that Motivational Interviewing does indeed have a significant impact on patterns of substance misuse. The book explains clearly the techniques available and provides a thorough grounding in the theoretical and practical applications of the method.

Motivational Interviewing is essential reading for everyone who works with addiction professionally.