An individual diagnosed with alcohol dependence will begin motivational enhancement therapy. The nurse will explain this therapy to significant others as a way of
a. altering the patient's irrational thoughts.
b. enhancing the patient's willingness to change behavior.
c. managing anxiety through satisfying interpersonal interactions.
d. mastering critical developmental tasks not attained earlier in life.
B
This variation of cognitive-behavioral therapy uses motivational interviewing to bolster the patient's readiness and willingness to change habits related to the addiction. Motivational enhancement therapy is a nonconfrontational approach that uses empathy and promotes self-efficacy. The other options are consistent with interpersonal therapy, cognitive therapy, and the use of Erikson's model.
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