Samuel Acuff
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Intervention/Treatment for Substance Use Disorder, Part 1: Dr. Jim Murphy - Brief Motivational Interventions
Intervention/Treatment for Substance Use Disorder, Part 1: Dr. Jim Murphy - Brief Motivational Interventions
Intervention/Treatment for Substance Use Disorder, Part 1: Dr. Jim Murphy - Brief Motivational Interventions
Monday 7th June 2021
Dr. Jim Murphy explores how motivational interventions can help college students rethink their drinking habits on 'The Addiction Psychologist'.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking College Drinking: Dr. Jim Murphy on Motivational Interventions
But for people in the addiction field, I think a being open to harm reduction and b really getting behind this idea of helping your clients to build a life worth living and seeing that as part of addiction treatment.
College life often comes with a side of heavy drinking, but what if there was a way to help students rethink their habits without preaching? Dr. Jim Murphy dives into this challenge with brief motivational interventions (BMIs), a method designed to nudge college students towards healthier choices. In this episode of 'The Addiction Psychologist', Dr. Murphy explains how BMIs use personalized feedback and motivational interviewing to make students reflect on their drinking patterns.
Instead of scolding, these sessions aim to spark honest conversations about what students enjoy about drinking and what they don't. It's about understanding the full picture and gently guiding them towards safer practices. One standout feature of BMIs is the blood alcohol content module, which uses assessment data to tailor discussions to each student’s unique situation. This approach helps students see the risks without feeling judged, making them more open to change. Dr.
Murphy points out that while the overall reduction in drinking might be small, the impact on risky behaviors can be significant—like avoiding a blackout or an arrest by cutting back just a couple of drinks on a night out. Beyond reducing harm, Dr. Murphy emphasizes the importance of building a fulfilling life that doesn't revolve around alcohol. By fostering activities that bring joy, meaning, and social connections, students can find more sustainable ways to thrive.
If you're curious about innovative approaches to tackling college drinking culture or seeking strategies to support young adults in making better choices, this episode is a must-listen.