In the Action Stage of the Transtheoretical Model of Behaviour

question 19

Multiple Choice

In the action stage of the transtheoretical model of behaviour change, ________ is considered an acceptable action towards smoking cessation.

• A) switching to low-tar, low-nicotine cigarettes
• B) reduction in the number of cigarettes
• C) only total abstinence
• D) both a and b

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Definitions:

Sensitization

The process by which an individual becomes more sensitive to a stimulus after being exposed to it, often leading to heightened responses.

Disinhibition

A reduction in restraint or inhibition which can lead to uninhibited or impulsive behavior due to various factors including alcohol, drugs, or certain mental health conditions.

Conditioned Stimulus

An initially neutral stimulus that, after being associated with an unconditioned stimulus, elicits a conditioned response.

Unconditioned Stimulus

In behavioral psychology, a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without any previous conditioning.