5. a. Talk about why Motivational Interviewing is the best way of working with substance abusers. b. Explain why creating a back story for people who are annoying is a good practice exercise for practice in working with substance abusers.
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By creating a back story, we are essentially putting ourselves in their shoes and trying to understand their perspective. This exercise helps us develop empathy and compassion towards these individuals, which is crucial when working with substance Show more…
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