Module 3: Structuring a Brief Intervention

Introduction

If a patient is contemplating losing weight, we can help them to move towards preparation and action with this simple structured consultation model. This is very similar to the smoking cessation model that most clinicians are aware of. As you become more comfortable with your skills, you will adapt and concentrate on particular sections to suit your patient and consultation style; but this serves as a useful framework, or checklist, to begin with.