Definitions
Fall back to old patterns of behavior
Relapse
"I can't or won't change this behavior"
Contemplation
If I do everything right, I will never relapse.
False
I want to feel better.
Missing: specific definition of "feel better"
I will go to the gym 5 hours a day 7 days a week, but I stopped after 4 days.
Too much time commitment, not enough recovery time for the body, etc.
Sustained Change. New behavior replaces old
Maintenance
"I am currently changing this behavior"
Action
I may have to change how I maintain a new behavior.
True
I am going to take deep breaths.
Missing: Measurable- how many? for how long?
I am going to be fully independent and I do not need anyone for my mental health, but I am back at the hosptial
Lack of professional supports
No intention on changing behavior
Pre-contemplation
"I continue to change this behavior"
Maintenance
True
I will get go to Disney World, Disneyland, and Rome all in the same day.
I want to feel better, but I don't.
I am missing a plan and ways to reach my goal
Active change on behavior or goal
Action
"I tried to change the behavior"
Relapse
Relapse is a normal part of change.
True.
I will eventually buy a car.
I engaged in an unhealthy coping skill
No one can think of every single situation and what coping skills will work in that moment. When we have a situation like this, we need to learn and grow stronger so that each relapse is shorter and less devastating
Aware problem exists, but no commitment to do anything
Contemplation
"What behavior?"
Pre-Contemplation
After I relapse, I should do my action step the same way every single time.
False
I will discharge from the hospital today.
Missing: In my control; How much control do I have over the situation
For 10 years I was sober, and then I moved to a different state.
Life stressors can bring back old patterns and habits.