Which of the following is not an appropriate example of "change-talk"?
A) "How might we, together, achieve your goal of managing your anger?"
B) "How might your life be different if you were able to defuse your anger more effectively?"
C) "What do you think is preventing you from managing your anger?"
D) "What have you tried in the past to reduce your anger that you've found to be beneficial?"

Question

Which of the following is not an appropriate example of "change-talk"?
A) ​"How might we, together, achieve your goal of managing your anger?"
B) ​"How might your life be different if you were able to defuse your anger more effectively?"
C) ​"What do you think is preventing you from managing your anger?"
D) ​"What have you tried in the past to reduce your anger that you've found to be beneficial?"

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This question is not a good example of change-talk because it is not framed in a way that elicits the client's motivation or desire for change. It focuses more on obstacles and problems rather than potential solutions. A better approach would be to ask questions that encourage the client to envision positive changes and the steps they can take to achieve them, as in options A, B, and D.

Which of the Following Is Not an Appropriate Example of "Change-Talk