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Explain how the transtheoretical (Stages of Change) model typically progresses among people.

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List the main steps of the transtheoretical (Stages of Change) model.



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Answer to Question 1

The change process identified by Prochaska begins slowly before you make a deliberate decision to change. Rather than marching in linear fashion from one stage to the next, most people spiral through the stages.

Answer to Question 2

The five steps of the transtheoretical (Stages of Change) model proposed by psychologist James Prochaska are: precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.



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