When Working with Clients in the Pre-Contemplation Stage, the Goal

question 19

Multiple Choice

When working with clients in the pre-contemplation stage, the goal is to move the focus from:

• A) something the client cannot change to something the client can change.
• B) something the client can change to something the client cannot change.
• C) an internal locus of control to an external locus of control.
• D) blaming others to blaming themselves.

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Definitions:

Maslow's Ideas

A psychological theory proposing a hierarchy of human needs, from basic physiological needs to self-actualization.

Predictable Hierarchy

A clearly defined structure in an organization or system where positions and roles are ranked according to levels of authority and responsibility in a predictable manner.

Self-Actualization

The accomplishment or actualization of individual capabilities and possibilities, viewed as a fundamental motivation or requirement in each person.

Maslow's Needs Hierarchy

A theory in psychology proposed by Abraham Maslow, suggesting that people are motivated by five levels of needs: physiological, safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-actualization.