title: Motivational interviewing and concordance with antiretroviral therapy.
abstract: Concordance with therapy is essential in maintaining quality of life for individuals who have human immunodeficiency virus. This article examines the use of motivational interviewing in assisting people to increase their concordance with antiretroviral therapy. It investigates the evidence base for motivational interviewing and discusses its principles and techniques. The article highlights the benefits of adopting a holistic approach to the intervention.
authors.affiliation: Adult Branch, University of Worcester.
authors.forename: Michelle
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Brown
authors.forename: Clare
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Bennett
mesh_terms: D000004:Abbreviations as Topic; D019380:Anti-HIV Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D003142:Communication; D003376:Counseling / Q000379:methods*; D004645:Empathy; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy; D006694:Holistic Health; D006801:Humans; D007407:Interviews as Topic / Q000379:methods*; D055118:Medication Adherence / Q000523:psychology*; D009042:Motivation; D024802:Nurse's Role / Q000523:psychology; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D011788:Quality of Life / Q000523:psychology; D012944:Social Support; D006113:United Kingdom / Q000453:epidemiology; D016903:Drug Monitoring
chemical_list: D019380:Anti-HIV Agents