STAGES OF CHANGE
1. Precontemplation
2. Contemplation
3. Preparation
4. Action
5. Maintenance
Precontemplation Stage
At this stage the person is not ready for change and may not recognize that there is a problem.
Contemplation Stage
At this stage the person is considering change s/he considers the possibility that there is a problem. The person begins to look at any positives or negatives of using.
Preparation Stage
At this stage the person begins to make plans to change
Action Stage
During this stage the person has made a current change the behavior.
Maintenance Stage
During this stage the person is working on maintaining sobriety and preventing relapse