About the project
This study is a randomized controlled trial using motivational telephone interviewing. The counseling intervention comprises 6 telephone calls during a 12 week period, after attending 3 weeks of supervised climate therapy on the Canary Islands.
Objectives
The aim of this study is to evaluate clinical and health economic parameters in relation to individual motivational counseling by phone.
Background
A chronic condition such as psoriasis requires a high level of self-management and for many patients this requires behaviour change to improve health outcomes. Changing behaviour is a challenge that requires a commitment by the patient to implement changes successfully. Motivational interviewing is a patient centered directive counseling technique that focuses on assisting patients to identify their problems and involves exploring ambivalence in an empathic manner. It is a well-known method of counseling, and is considered to be a useful intervention strategy in the treatment of lifestyle problems.
Financing
University of Oslo.
Cooperation
The study is in cooperation with Section for Climate therapy, Oslo University Hospital
Start - Finish
1.10.2010 – 1.08.2014