Autumn says to her interviewer, "I should quit smoking because smoking is expensive and unhealthy." According to the motivational interviewing model, Autumn also might be having an ambivalent thought like:
A) I should keep smoking because it's pleasurable and gives me good feelings
B) Smoking is an unnatural act
C) Smoking will motivate me to get a better job
D) Being unhealthy will be expensive
E) Only A and D

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The motivational interviewing model recognizes that individuals often have mixed feelings or ambivalence about change. Autumn's statement suggests she is considering quitting but the fact that she mentions the cost and health implications suggests a potential conflict or ambivalence. Option A highlights a possible ambivalent thought Autumn might have, where she recognizes smoking's negative effects but also enjoys the pleasurable feeling it provides.

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