Alcohol and Drug Counselor Exam Alcohol and Drug Counselor Motivational Interviewing and Behavior Change 2

Question 1

The Transtheoretical Model of behavior change was primarily developed by which researchers?

Accepted Answer

James Prochaska and Carlo DiClemente

Answer

James Prochaska and Carlo DiClemente developed the Transtheoretical Model (Stages of Change) in the late 1970s through research on smoking cessation.

Question 2

Which stage immediately follows 'Contemplation' in the Stages of Change model?

Accepted Answer

Preparation

Answer

Preparation follows Contemplation; in this stage the individual intends to take action soon (within 30 days) and may be taking small preliminary steps.

Question 3

The spirit of Motivational Interviewing is best characterized by which set of elements?

Accepted Answer

Partnership, Acceptance, Compassion, Evocation

Answer

The MI spirit consists of Partnership, Acceptance, Compassion, and Evocation (PACE), which together define the collaborative and client-centered nature of the approach.

Question 4

The 'Elicit-Provide-Elicit' (EPE) technique in Motivational Interviewing is used when:

Accepted Answer

Sharing information or advice with a client's permission

Answer

EPE is used to share information or education in an MI-consistent way: first eliciting the client's existing knowledge, then providing information, then eliciting the client's response.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of 'sustain talk' in Motivational Interviewing?

Accepted Answer

'I don't think my using is that big a deal.'

Answer

Sustain talk consists of client statements that favor maintaining the status quo or argue against change, such as minimizing the problem.

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Alcohol and Drug Counselor Exam Alcohol and Drug Counselor Motivational Interviewing and Behavior Change 2