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Wayne Aoki, PhD

Mental Health Director at Los Angeles Christian Health Centers

Behavioral Interventions for the Noncompliant Patient

Noncompliance with medical treatment is a national problem. The research on behavioral change and a technique called Motivational Interviewing will be reviewed. Applications to the primary care setting will be discussed including compliance with the appropriate use of medications, follow up appointments, smoking cessation, and recommendations for diet and exercise.