Stages of Change
Four Principles
Application
Article
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Suzy, is unaware that her eating habits which include McDonalds, and or Burger King every day are what is worsening her high blood pressure, and obesity. Suzy is in this stage of change.
What is PRE-CONTEMPLATION
100
Rather then arguing with the patients defiance to make life style changes the provider can respect challenges and work instead to reduce the patients opposition. This principle is
What is ROLL WITH RESISTANCE
100
Inorder to make a change in ones life, and therefore begin the process of change one must use these body functions
What is Motivation, Insight, Awareness, Awareness of Reality
100
Motivational interviewing was originally created for the use of rehabilitation of this disease.
What is Alcoholism
200
Bob, successfully attended therapy to end his drug addiction. He has been sober for 5 months, and he goes to Narcotics Anonymous every Wednesday. He is in this stage of change.
What is MAINTENANCE
200
The provider does not force the client to do anything, but instead encourages and educates the client on healthy life style choices. This principle is
What is SUPPORT SELF-EFFICACY
200
During this stage it would be crucial for emotional regulation and coping skills to be utilized
What is Maintenance
200
"less talk for the educator, more thought for the patient", is said about this approach.
What is Motivational Interviewing
300
Tori, has had severe anxiety issues in the past. She has made the decision to attend psychotherapy next Monday. She is in this stage of change.
What is PREPARATION
300
The health care should help the patient realize the negative impact his life style choices have had on his life. This principle is
What is DEVELOP DISCREPANCY
300
During the pre-contmeplation stage Michelle is unaware she is anorexic when she looks the mirror. She is lacking this body function
What is Self Concept/Body Image
300
The author of this article is
Who is Rebecca Taylor
400
Tammy, has attended counseling for bulimia. She recently completed an entire meal with friends, without purging herself or having intense anxiety.
What is ACTION
400
The counselor uses appropriate therapeutic communication to support and understand the clients perspective. This principle is
What is EXPRESS EMPATHY
400
In this stage one needs this body function to complete and continue maintenance of their recovery from a previous drug addiction. Even when presented with opportunities to experiment with drugs
What is Judgment
400
There are this many stages of change
What is 5