Article Excerpt: Motivational interviewing, a therapeutic approach that has yielded much success in substance abuse and addiction programs, is a growing trend in the industry. Mobile apps and other technology-based tools are also on the rise in mental and behavioral health care, providing a unique method for implementing motivational interviewing techniques. Motivational interviewing puts patients in the driver’s seat, and that makes digital tools an ideal solution for that personalized approach. Mental health advocates worry insurance companies are starting to lean heavily on these tools to save money and justify funding cuts for mental health services. But the appeal and shifting demand for self-monitoring products is already here, and digital tools are providing an effective complement to traditional services.
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