Sometimes clients want to leave treatment early, against medical advice to stay. What are some strategies outlined in the book to keep clients engaged?

What will be an ideal response?


It is best to educate the family that some clients want to leave soon after getting to treatment. Let them know this is common and teach them to give a firm “no” along with gentle encouragement to stay.

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