A client says he is thinking about quitting smoking within the next six months but has not yet set a date. Which stage of change is this?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Contemplation
- Step 1: In contemplation the person is considering a change within six months. Step 2. In preparation they plan to act within a month. Answer: contemplation. Why not the others: precontemplation means no intention to change, and maintenance means the change has been sustained.
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