According to the Stages of Change Model (Prochaska,DiClemente,& Norcross,1992),a Client

question 18

Multiple Choice

According to the stages of change model (Prochaska,DiClemente,& Norcross,1992) ,a client who is seeking information on smoking cessation from books and the Internet is likely in the __________ stage.

• A)precontemplation
• B)contemplation
• C)preparation
• D)action

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Definitions:

Fluid Intelligence

The ability to think logically and solve problems in novel situations, independent of acquired knowledge.

Sexual Intercourse

A physical act between individuals involving genital contact, commonly associated with reproduction and pleasure.

Irrelevant Stimuli

Distractions or unrelated information that can interfere with the ability to focus on the relevant task or information at hand.

Crystallized Intelligence

The ability to use skills, knowledge, and experience; it tends to increase with age, reflecting accumulated learning.