A visual representation system for drug abuse counselors

J Subst Abuse Treat. 1994 Nov-Dec;11(6):517-23. doi: 10.1016/0740-5472(94)90003-5.

Abstract

Node-link mapping is a technique that consists of drawing spatial-verbal displays to visually represent interrelationships between ideas, feelings, facts, and experiences. These multirelational maps are drawn during ongoing counseling sessions to represent a variety of personal and nonpersonal topics. This article provides an overview of this technique, including rationale, related and supporting research, and an example of its use during counseling. In addition, this article describes the potential impacts of mapping and comments on practical considerations related to the effective use of this tool in drug abuse counseling.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Audiovisual Aids*
  • Counseling*
  • Humans
  • Maps as Topic
  • Patient Education as Topic
  • Substance-Related Disorders / therapy*