CAMI Forum on 5 Aug 2023

We are pleased to invite our members Ms. Sandra LAI and Mr. Jack CHENG to share their insights on "Using the 'DARN CATs' framework in Motivational Interviewing (MI) to explore the mindset of celebrity fans' support." Also, Ms. Sandy Hui will share how to apply the “DARN CATs” concept to a patient with chronic kidney disease, to enhance his motivation for change and self-help.

Part 1: Topic sharing (by Ms. Sandra LAI, Mr. Jack CHENG)

Motivational Interviewing (MI) believes that people have internal intention, ability and resources to change themselves. Motivation and action are constructed by "DARN CATs" (Desire, Ability, Reason, Need, Commitment, Activation and Taking steps), which drive people to break through limitations and make changes. In recent years, the phenomenon of celebrity fandom and support has been popular, with fans' footprints spread throughout Hong Kong, Mainland China, and even overseas. In the process of supporting their favorite celebrities,…