A Community Engaged Approach in Adapting Motivational Interviewing and Skills Training for Native Americans

Course overview

The article discusses the process of culturally adapting Motivational Interviewing and Skills Training (MIST) for substance use treatment within a rural Native American community. The authors worked in collaboration with tribal leaders, elders, and community members to modify and implement MIST, ensuring that the intervention aligns with the community's cultural values and practices. Key adaptations included incorporating tribal values and...