Module 6: HIV, Drugs, and Injection Drug Use
Completion requirements
Module 6: HIV, Drugs, and Injection Drug Use
Module 6: HIV, Drugs, and Injection Drug Use, Screen 14 of 14
Conclusion
Ingrid has some great ideas for options that would reduce Laurie’s risks—everything from more lube during intercourse to urging Laurie to learn how to inject herself to brainstorming ways to increase Laurie’s use of the needle exchange.
But Ingrid knows that making one suggestion after another probably won’t work. She’s tried that before. Clients usually say, “Yes, but …” and then explain why that option won’t work for them. Both Ingrid and her client end up feeling frustrated. Ingrid knows that lecturing Laurie or trying to scare her won’t work either.
What will work?
In the next module, we’re going to explore the Stages of Change. Understanding those stages will help Ingrid have a supportive and effective discussion with Laurie about changes she might want to make.
Conclusion
Ingrid has some great ideas for options that would reduce Laurie’s risks—everything from more lube during intercourse to urging Laurie to learn how to inject herself to brainstorming ways to increase Laurie’s use of the needle exchange.
But Ingrid knows that making one suggestion after another probably won’t work. She’s tried that before. Clients usually say, “Yes, but …” and then explain why that option won’t work for them. Both Ingrid and her client end up feeling frustrated. Ingrid knows that lecturing Laurie or trying to scare her won’t work either.
What will work?
In the next module, we’re going to explore the Stages of Change. Understanding those stages will help Ingrid have a supportive and effective discussion with Laurie about changes she might want to make.