The two main reasons for using this treatment approach are to move the addict in the direction of making a positive change toward recovery and to resolve ambivalence by increasing internal motivation and increasing self-efficacy . The principles of motivational interviewing are: expressing empathy; roll with resistance; develop discrepancies; support self-efficacy; avoid arguments. Gaining self-confidence, or self-efficacy, is necessary for the client to develop an optimistic attitude toward recovery. Cognitive-behavioral therapies help individuals self-control through self-control training. Furthermore, this therapeutic approach constitutes an effective teaching of skills for dealing with difficult or stressful situations and strategies for preventing relapses. Mindful techniques have allowed individuals to gain control over stress and unwanted feelings that could lead to a relapse. This control is achieved through the practice of being in the moment and meditation. These skills allow for the regulation of compulsive thoughts. Pharmacotherapy uses prescription drugs for detoxification and to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms from certain drugs. The chapter also delves into the broad-spectrum strategies mentioned above and improve specific areas of an individual's life that are not affected by the direct effect