Motivational interviewing by HIV care providers is associated with patient intentions to reduce unsafe sexual behavior

摘要: Abstract Objective Motivational interviewing (MI) can promote behavior change, but HIV care providers rarely have training in MI. Little is known about the use of MI-consistent among untrained providers. This study examines prevalence such behaviors and their association with patient intentions to reduce high-risk sexual behavior. Methods Audio-recorded visits between HIV-infected patients healthcare were searched for counseling dialog regarding The providers’ MI-consistence patients’ statements change was assessed. Results Of 417 total encounters, 27 met inclusion criteria. odds commitment higher when used more reflections (p = 0.017), MI consistent utterances (p = 0.044), demonstrated empathy (p = 0.049), spent time discussing (p = 0.023). Patients gave favor (change talk) (p  Conclusion Untrained do not consistently techniques risk reduction. However, they do, are likely express Practice implications holds promise as one strategy transmission other sexually transmitted infections.