Prochaska and DiClemente's Stages of Change Model
| Stage of change | Description |
|---|
| Pre-contemplation | The individual is not currently considering change
The following types of 'pre-contemplators' are recognised:
- Reluctant pre-contemplators - lack sufficient knowledge about the dimensions of the problem, or the personal impact it can have, to think change is necessary.
- Rebellious pre-contemplators - are afraid of losing control over their lives and have a large investment in their substance of choice.
- Resigned pre-contemplators - feel hopeless about change and overwhelmed by the energy required. They probably have been in treatment many times before or have tried repeatedly to quit on their own to no avail. This group must regain hope and optimism about their capacity for change.
- Rationalizing precontemplators have all the answers. Substance use may be a problem for others but not for them, because the odds are against their being at risk.
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| Contemplation | Ambivalent about change, 'Sitting on the fence' |
| Preparation | Some experience with change and are trying to change, 'Testing the waters' |
| Action | Started to introduce change |
| Maintenance | Involved in ongoing efforts to maintain change |
