Motivational Interviewing for Pediatric Residents: A Case-Based Workshop on Adolescent Substance Use

Introduction

Substance use counseling is an essential component of pediatric training, especially given the recent rise in substance use-related morbidity and mortality among adolescents. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend that clinicians and others treating youth incorporate screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (SBIRT) practices. Limited familiarity remains a barrier to implementation. This workshop aims to strengthen familiarity with motivational interviewing (MI) through interactive learning.