MECC in Action Video: The OARS Approach (Affirmations)

The core communication skills used in Motivational Interviewing (MI) are summarised by the acronym OARS (Open Questions, Affirmations, Reflective Listening and Summarising). 

Using the OARS approach can help create supportive, person-centred conversations that build rapport, explore motivation, and empower individuals to make positive changes to their health and wellbeing. 

Watch this short video to see a pharmacist demonstrating Affirmations with a pregnant person when discussing vaccinations.