Table 1 The structure and content of the motivational interview in the intervention group
The first session | Introduction and initial conversations Establishing guidelines for the group (meeting schedule and privacy concerns) Announcing the goals of the counseling sessions Identifying the stage of change for each individual based on their current actions |
The second session | Analyzing the pros and cons of sticking to or altering behaviors (such as not undergoing Pap testing). Generating ideas about the benefits and drawbacks of a specific behavior. |
The third session | Exploring the meaning of values and engaging in prioritizing values Identifying the clash between values and present actions: impact of actions on values |
The fourth session | Exploring the internal and external drive for change Engaging clients in activities that highlight the significance of health Developing decision-making skills to manage internal and external motivation Helping clients redefine and view their failures from their own perspective |
The fifth session | Recapping the techniques covered in earlier sessions regarding approaching practice and getting ready for change. |