Prochaskas 6 stage model of behaviour change to addictive behaviour Flashcards
what is the name of the model with 6 stages
Prochaskas 6 stage model of behaviour change to addictive behaviour
TRUE or FALSE Prochaskas 6 stage model is a linear model
FALSE
its a cyclical model
how does prochaskas 6 stage model view change in behaviour
it views it as a gradual change
what does prochaskas 6 stage model suggest about relapse
relapse can occur at anytime which would refer to individuals returning to earlier stages of the model –> going back to the beginning and starting again
what are the 6 stages of Prochaskas model
pre contemplation
contemplation
preparation
action
maintenance
termination
what intervention occurs in prochaskas model stage 1: pre contemplation
intervention: getting the person to focus on the need to change
what occurs in prochaskas model stage 2: contemplation
the individual is considering changing their behaviour as they weigh up the pros+cons.
this stage can take a considerable period of time due to balancing of pros+cons of having to maintain cessation
what intervention occurs in prochaskas model stage 2: contemplation
intervention: convincing the pros outweigh the cons
what occurs in prochaskas model stage 3: preparation
individuals start to make changes to behaviours starting w/small changes
e.g booking appt w/GP
what intervention occurs in prochaskas model stage 3: preparation
intervention: construct a plan
what occurs in prochaskas model stage 4: action
individuals made overt descisions to change behaviour including cessation/cutting down behaviour. this must be between 1 day to 6 mnths + focus on developing skills/techniques to deal with a lack of addictive behaviour
what intervention occurs in prochaskas model stage 4: action
intervention: developing coping skills needed to quit
what occurs in prochaskas model stage 5: maintenance
consolidation stage and is achieved and is achieved when their cessation has lasted more than 6 months.
This must be between 1 day to 6 months and focus here is relapse prevention, avoiding situations that might trigger addictive behaviour + growing their confidence as their change becomes a way of life
what intervention occurs in prochaskas model stage 5: maintence
intervention: Help in application skills to novel situations
what occurs in prochaskas model stage 6: termination
the individual is no longer tempted to revert to their addiction and is confidenct in their change making new goals to maintain their change. The change has now become the automatic process and they can cope with psychological deficits caused by cessation – zero cravings want to do addictive behaviour
what is a strength of Prochaskas 6 stage model
P: a strength of prochaskas model si that it doesnt view relapse as failure but a natural part of recovery
E: the model acknowledges that individual struggling w/addiction may relapse before termination. It frames relapse as an opportunity to learn which encourages individuals to persist
E: by normalizing relapse it reduces feelings of guilt, which may discourage people. so this make sit particularly beneficial for long run behaviour change
L: therefore, the model is useful in supporting individuals through the complexities of addiction cessation making it amore practical approach
what is a imitation of prochaskas 6 stage model
P: a limitation of prochaskas model is that the stages are difficult to define clearly, often overlapping
E: critics argue the stages are based on a time frame, rather than experiencing meaningful change in attitude
E: Simply categorizing individuals based on time rather than internal psychological change may not fully capture the true nature of behaviour change. it can be inaccurate as an individual can progress through stages based on time alone despite their mindset not changing
L: as a result, the models validity is challenged, suggesting a more individualistic approach may be more appropriate to deal with the psychological impact of cessation of addiction
