EDCO740 Module 7 - Discussion Thread: Application Using Motivational Interviewing Concepts

Overview

DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS THREAD The student will post one thread of at least 400 words. For each thread, students must support their assertions with at least 1 scholarly citation in APA format from the course textbooks.

All key components of the Discussion prompt are answered in the thread. The thread has a clear, logical flow. Major points are stated clearly. Major points are supported by good examples or thoughtful analysis.

Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. Paragraphs contain appropriately varied sentence structures. Where applicable, references are cited in current APA format. A minimum of 1 scholarly citation is present. Minimum word count of 400 words is met or exceeded.

Text book: Hart, C. & Ksir, C. (2022). Drugs, society, and human behavior (18th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill. ISBN: 9781259913860.

Miller, W. R. & Rollnick, S. (2013). Motivational interviewing: Helping people change (3rd ed.). New York, NY: Guilford Press. ISBN: 9781609182274).

Discussion Thread: Application Using Motivational Interviewing Concepts

As you are working toward wrapping up your Addictions Case Study: Treatment Plan, this module's discussion will be less “strenuous” than some in the previous weeks. For this one, I want you to try and envision yourself being “Marci’s” counselor, and first, write a good paragraph regarding:

• In general, would Motivational Interviewing be a good practice for her?
• If yes, give two or three examples from the narrative of why it would be helpful.
• If not, give two or three examples from the narrative of why it might not work with her.

Second, write a good transitional summary (M&R, p. 68) that you could share with Marci. Include in your summary at least two Scripture verses that could be motivational for her, based on her narrative.

Finally, in a good paragraph, discuss the following:

• Of the various treatment approaches, which have been the most beneficial to the field of addiction and individuals with addictions and why?
• Which treatment approached have been the most detrimental to the field of addiction and individuals with addictions, and why?
• Which treatment approaches in your opinion most closely align with a Christian worldview, and in what ways (name at least two, with Scripture support)?

Note that the information in the course to help you answer the “treatment approaches” questions are found in each chapter of the Hart & Ksir textbook concerning individual substances (labeled: “Focus on Treatment”), and Dr. Jenkins references a good article in his presentation (“Treatment of Addictive Disorders”). You can also use the internet to do your own research regarding best practices in addictions treatment.