change

Question 1

stages of change

Answer 1

precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance.

Question 2

precontemplation to contemplation

Answer 2

consciousness raising, emotional arousal, social liberation, environmental reevaluation. education.

Question 3

contemplation to preparation

Answer 3

self-reevaluation

Question 4

preparation to action

Answer 4

belief, family, courage, professional. this is liberation and self commitment.

Question 5

action to maintenance

Answer 5

countering/counterconditioning, environmental control, rewards, helping relationships.

Question 6

abstinence method

Answer 6

must stop all drugs. must not use at all, ever. 12 step model as an example.

Question 7

bupropion

Answer 7

blocks neuronal reuptake/recycling of Norepi. generally this improves alertness, attention, concentration and motivation.

Question 8

varenicline

Answer 8

best at placebo. partial nicotine receptor agonist. avoids withdrawal. provides some of the benefits of nicotine without the harm.