Stages of Change
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Stages of Change
Understanding the Stages of Change
from Changing for Good by James Prochaska
Stage #1
Pre- Contemplation
Unaware of problems associated with behavior. Certain that the positives of the behavior out- weigh the negative. Not interested in change. Unwilling to change. No intention to change.
Unaware
Resistant
Stage#2
Contemplation
Becomes aware of problems associated withbehavior. Ambivalent regarding positives and negatives. Explores the potential to change. Desires to change behavior but lacks confidence and commitment. Intends to change before 6 months.
Awareness
Openness
Decision
This is an event, not a stage. Concludes that the negatives of the behavior out-weigh the positives and chooses to change behavior.
Commitment
Stage #3
Preparation
Accepts responsibility to change behavior. Evaluates and selects techniques for
behavior. Develops a plan. Builds confidence and commitment. Intends to change within one month.
Anticipation
Willingness
Stage #4
Action
Engages in self-directed behavior change effort. Gains new insights and develops new
skills. Consciously chooses new behavior. Learns to overcome the tendencies for unwanted behavior. Active in action stage for less than six months.
Enthusiasm
Momentum
Stage #5
Maintenance
Masters the ability to sustain new behavior with minimum effort. Establishes desired new behavior patterns and self-control. Remains alert to high- risksituations. Focus is on lapse prevention. Has changed behavior for six months.
Perseverence
Consolidation
Lapse or
Relapse
This is an event, not a stage. May occur at any time. Personal distress or social pressures are allowed to interrupt the behavior change process. Temporary loss of progress which resumes at an earlier stage. Experience is educational to help prevent further recurrence.
Danger
Opportunity
Stage #6
Termination
Adopts new self-image consistent with desired behavior and lifestyle. Does not react to temptation in any situation. Expresses confidenceand enjoys self-control. Appreciates healthier and happier life.
from Changing for Good by James Prochaska
Stage #1
Pre- Contemplation
Unaware of problems associated with behavior. Certain that the positives of the behavior out- weigh the negative. Not interested in change. Unwilling to change. No intention to change.
Unaware
Resistant
Stage#2
Contemplation
Becomes aware of problems associated withbehavior. Ambivalent regarding positives and negatives. Explores the potential to change. Desires to change behavior but lacks confidence and commitment. Intends to change before 6 months.
Awareness
Openness
Decision
This is an event, not a stage. Concludes that the negatives of the behavior out-weigh the positives and chooses to change behavior.
Commitment
Stage #3
Preparation
Accepts responsibility to change behavior. Evaluates and selects techniques for
behavior. Develops a plan. Builds confidence and commitment. Intends to change within one month.
Anticipation
Willingness
Stage #4
Action
Engages in self-directed behavior change effort. Gains new insights and develops new
skills. Consciously chooses new behavior. Learns to overcome the tendencies for unwanted behavior. Active in action stage for less than six months.
Enthusiasm
Momentum
Stage #5
Maintenance
Masters the ability to sustain new behavior with minimum effort. Establishes desired new behavior patterns and self-control. Remains alert to high- risksituations. Focus is on lapse prevention. Has changed behavior for six months.
Perseverence
Consolidation
Lapse or
Relapse
This is an event, not a stage. May occur at any time. Personal distress or social pressures are allowed to interrupt the behavior change process. Temporary loss of progress which resumes at an earlier stage. Experience is educational to help prevent further recurrence.
Danger
Opportunity
Stage #6
Termination
Adopts new self-image consistent with desired behavior and lifestyle. Does not react to temptation in any situation. Expresses confidenceand enjoys self-control. Appreciates healthier and happier life.
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Don S, This is a great tool. It can be used with almost any issue be it addiction, emotional or mental issues. For years I read things like this only to remain stuck. adding action to these suggestion was my answer. Don W
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