What Stage Am I in?
A person says, "I don't think I have a problem, and I don't want to make any changes."
What is Precontemplation?
Returning to an old behavior after making progress is called this.
What is relapse?
The article recommends creating goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
What are SMART goals?
Feeling torn because you want to change but also want to keep things the same is called this.
Answer: What is ambivalence?
According to the article, lasting change usually requires more than simply deciding to change. It involves learning, planning, practicing new behaviors, and overcoming these.
What are setbacks/challenges?
A person knows change may be needed but is unsure if they are ready.
What is Contemplation?
The Stages of Change model teaches that change happens this way, rather than all at once.
What is a process?
Talking with family, friends, counselors, or support groups can provide encouragement and accountability through this.
What is a support system?
A person says, "I failed once, so I might as well give up." This is an example of what type of thinking?
What is all-or-nothing thinking?
The article explains that people may move forward, experience difficulties, and revisit earlier stages before achieving success. What does this tell us about the change process?
What is change is not always linear/a straight line?
A person has decided to make a change and starts creating goals, gathering resources, and planning next steps.
What is Preparation?
After a setback, asking "What can I learn from this?" helps a person do this.
What is learn and continue moving forward?
Deep breathing, mindfulness, exercise, and journaling are examples of these.
What are healthy coping skills?
Stress, certain people, places, emotions, or situations that increase the urge to return to old behaviors are called these.
What are triggers?
A person becomes frustrated because they relapsed after six months of progress and believes all their work was wasted. Based on the article, what is the more accurate way to view this situation?
What is relapse is a setback that can provide learning and help strengthen future change?
A person has already changed their behavior and is working through cravings, stress, and challenges while practicing new skills.
What is Action?
Someone in Maintenance continues identifying triggers, using coping skills, and seeking support because they understand change requires this.
What is ongoing effort?
A person who identifies possible challenges before they happen and creates a plan is practicing this skill.
What is planning ahead/preparation?
A person continues an unhealthy behavior because it provides immediate relief from stress, even though it creates problems later.
What is short-term reward or unhealthy coping?
Two people want to improve their health. Person A is learning about the effects of their behavior but has not decided to change. Person B has created goals and started gathering support. According to the article, why might they need different approaches?
What is they are in different stages of readiness and need strategies that match their current stage of change?
A person has maintained a healthier behavior for a significant amount of time and focuses on protecting their progress rather than starting the change.
What is Maintenance?
A person has one difficult day and returns to an old behavior. They believe all progress is lost. What psychoeducation would best challenge this belief?
What is progress is not erased by setbacks; relapse can be part of the change process and provides opportunities for learning?
A person notices stress increases cravings and decides to call a support person instead of returning to an old behavior. This demonstrates what ability?
What is using coping strategies to manage triggers?
A person believes they cannot succeed because previous attempts did not work. What personal factor may need to be strengthened?
What is self-confidence/self-efficacy?
The article explains that understanding your current stage helps you identify strategies that fit your readiness. Why might trying to force someone into immediate action be ineffective?
What is because people change at different rates, and forcing action before someone is ready may not address their current motivation or barriers?