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The standard of care for behavioral change in most patients involves a combination of medication and psychosocial interventions. For acute conditions, providers typically ask symptom-specific questions and prescribe short-term medication accordingly. Conversely, the management of chronic illness requires sustained behavioral change; therefore, a supportive, empathic, and collaborative approach is employed. In addition, a strong therapeutic alliance, effective communication, and continued motivation have a significant impact on adherence to medications.
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