Sara Heath: Top 4 Patient Motivation Techniques for Health Improvement

1. detect non-compliance and motivational needs, paying attention to patient history, lifestyle, support network and level of patient-provider trust
2. use patient-provider communication and motivational interviewing to engage in a two-way conversation surrounding goal-setting
3. use incentives to drive patient activation and motivation, including discounts or cash incentives as rewards
4. use contextualized mhealth apps and games, in conjunction with targeted patient education

Source: PatientEngagement HIT, August 15, 2018
Source URL: https://patientengagementhit.com/news/top-4-patient-motivati...

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