While assessing motivation, a client is said to be in the contemplation stage if:
A)the client has a lack of awareness of the need for change.
B)the client recognizes his or her problem and the consequences that result.
C)the client is committed to action and works with the clinician to develop a plan for change.
D)the client is taking steps to avoid problem recurrence.

Question

While assessing motivation, a client is said to be in the contemplation stage if:​
A)​the client has a lack of awareness of the need for change.
B)​the client recognizes his or her problem and the consequences that result.
C)​the client is committed to action and works with the clinician to develop a plan for change.
D)​the client is taking steps to avoid problem recurrence.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The contemplation stage is characterized by the client recognizing the problem and the consequences that result but not yet committed to action. In other words, the client is thinking about making a change but has not yet taken any concrete steps to do so.

While Assessing Motivation, a Client Is Said to Be in the Contemplation