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The stages of change model is a commonly used model of treatment that can be applied to the field of addiction. In this module, you discussed how this model applies to the field of addiction and offered some examples. In this activity, you will apply the stage of change model to a behavioral addiction.

1. Choose a behavior (such as overeating, shopping, Internet use, etc.) Identify examples of each of the stages of change—pre-contemplation through maintenance—using the behavior you selected as the focus.

M7D2: Rehabilitation Readiness

Rehabilitation readiness assists treatment providers in identifying whether or not an individual is ready to engage in the change process. It also helps in identifying the necessary steps to assist an individual to become ready to engage in change. In this activity, you will apply the readiness assessment tool to a case study. Review the following

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Discuss the following points in your post:

2. What are your thoughts on using the readiness assessment tool for addictive behaviors?

• What is the stage of readiness in each of these areas for Brian and/or Alyssa?

  • Need for change

  • Commitment to change

  • Self-awareness

  • Environmental awareness

  • Personal closeness

• Identify a possible next step in the process for the individual you selected that you feel will assist them in their readiness for change.

Be sure to rate each of the readiness assessment areas. Your next steps should be appropriate to the data you discuss in the readiness assessment.