Stages of Change
People in this stage tend to defend their current bad habit(s) and do not feel it is a problem. They may be defensive in the face of other people’s efforts to pressure them to quit.
What is the pre-contemplation stage
I feel very comfortable there. The other people understand what I am going through. They also have good ideas for solving certain problems. What is this strategy of recovery?
What is a self-help program?
what is indirect trauma
You get one answer wrong on a test and all you can think about is that one mistake you made.
A bolt of lightning contains enough energy to toast _____ slices of bread.
what is 100,000
In this stage, people are on a teeter-totter, weighing the pros and cons of quitting or modifying their behavior. Although they think about the negative aspects of their bad habit and the positives associated with giving it up (or reducing), they may doubt that the long-term benefits associated with quitting will outweigh the short-term costs.
What is the contemplation stage
What are examples of recovery strategies for someone whose goal is to focus on his work and be a good husband and father.
Avoid arguments
reminders to be positive
be willing to apologize
make time for family
go outside- take a walk, see a movie, listen to music
stay sober
It means that it happened directly to you, either physically experiencing it or physically witnessing it.
What is direct trauma
I'm not allowed to see my friends on Friday, MY LIFE IS HORRIBLE!!!
What is "blowing things up"
Cherophobia is the word for the irrational fear of being _____.
What is happy
“I’ve got to do something about this — this is serious. Something has to change. What can I do?”
What is the preparation stage?
What are examples of recovery strategies for someone with a recovery goal of living independently, having a strong relationship with family and friends?
Expressing themselves through creative means
Keeping a journal
finding a job they enjoy
stay busy, scheduling to do things with friends and family
staying in touch with family members
continue taking their medication
I bet no one will come to my birthday party
What is "fortune telling"
They can sense a coming earthquake from 75 miles away (121 km), up to five days before it happens.
What are snakes
This is the stage where people believe they have the ability to change their behavior and are actively involved in taking steps to change their bad behavior by using a variety of different techniques.
What is the action stage?
What are suggesting for setting and actually accomplishing one's goals?
Breaking large goals down into smaller ones
start with short-term goals that are likely to be achieved
focus on one goal at a time
get support from others when working on goals.
what is insidious trauma
Devin didn't say hi to me, I bet you he thinks i'm not cool.
What is "Mind reading"
Polar bears could eat as many as ____ penguins in a single sitting…
What is 86
People in ______ constantly reformulate the rules of their lives and are acquiring new skills to deal with life and avoid relapse. They are able to anticipate the situations in which a relapse could occur and prepare coping strategies in advance.
What is the maintenance stage
Name 5 out of the 9 strategies discussed in psychoeducation that help people in the process of recovery.
Becoming involved in self-help groups,
staying active
developing a support system
maintaining physical health
being aware of the environment and how it affects you
making time for leisure and recreation
expressing creativity
expressing spirituality
following through with treatment choices
What is complex trauma
When your basketball team loses, you think it's entirely your fault.
What is "self-blaming"
Recycling one glass jar saves enough energy to watch television for ______.
What are 3 hours?