CRSS CRSS - Certified Recovery Support Specialist Motivational Interviewing and Engagement Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What does the MI spirit component 'autonomy support' mean in the context of recovery support?

Accepted Answer

Respecting the client's right to choose their own path

Answer

Autonomy support means honoring the individual's freedom to make their own choices without imposing the specialist's agenda.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of an affirmation in Motivational Interviewing?

Accepted Answer

'You've shown real courage by coming here today.'

Answer

Affirmations in MI are genuine statements that recognize the client's strengths, efforts, or positive qualities.

Question 3

When a client says, 'I know I should quit drinking, but I enjoy it too much,' a CRSS specialist practicing MI would best respond with:

Accepted Answer

A double-sided reflection acknowledging both sides

Answer

A double-sided reflection validates both aspects of the client's ambivalence, keeping engagement open without pushing a specific agenda.

Question 4

What is the primary goal of engagement in recovery support services?

Accepted Answer

Establishing a trusting, collaborative relationship

Answer

Engagement focuses on building a therapeutic alliance where the client feels safe, respected, and willing to participate.

Question 5

In the Transtheoretical Model, a person in the 'Contemplation' stage is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Thinking about change but not yet committed

Answer

In the Contemplation stage, the individual is aware a problem exists and is considering change but has not yet made a commitment to act.

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