Question 1

Missy has decided to start eating healthier. She has even been to the grocery store and purchased a bunch of fruit and vegetables to begin her new nutritional program. Missy is at which stage of the stages of change model?

Accepted Answer

Missy has moved past the precontemplation and contemplation stages by purchasing healthy foods and actively preparing to make a change. She is now in the preparation/determination stage.

Question 2

In the stages of change model, how is the maintenance stage different from the preparation and action stages?

Accepted Answer

The maintenance stage is different from the preparation and action stages because in the maintenance stage, the new behavior has become routine. In contrast, the preparation stage involves planning and setting goals, and the action stage involves actively making changes to behavior. Additionally, the maintenance stage is typically considered the most stable stage, with the individual working to maintain their new behavior, whereas the preparation and action stages involve more active efforts to change behavior.

Question 3

If you are involved in the process of trying to change a maladaptive behavior, you would most likely expend the largest amount of energy and effort during the ________ stage.

Accepted Answer

The action stage involves actually implementing the behavioral change and requires the most effort and energy to overcome old habits and establish new ones. The other stages (preparation, contemplation, and maintenance) may also require effort, but not to the same extent as the action stage.

Question 4

Stacy has lost ten of the twenty pounds she intends to lose. She has promised herself that if she loses the twenty pounds, she will buy the pair of designer jeans she has wanted for over a year. According to the stages of change model, Stacy is at the ________ stage.

Accepted Answer

Stacy is actively working towards her goal of losing weight, having already lost ten pounds, which places her in the action/willpower stage of the stages of change model.

Question 5

Which of the following lists the stages of the stages of change model in the correct order?

Accepted Answer

The stages of change model begins with precontemplation, where the individual is not yet considering a particular behavior change. This is followed by contemplation, where they begin to weigh the pros and cons of change. Next comes the preparation/determination stage, where the individual begins making plans to change and setting goals. The action/willpower stage involves actually implementing the change, and the final stage is maintenance, where the individual works to sustain the change over time. Choice C correctly lists these stages in order.

Question 6

Mia began a running routine to help her lose weight. Now she runs for the joy of it. Mia has

Accepted Answer

The answer of Mia began a running routine to help...

Question 7

Carlos' parents want him to do better in school. The best predictor of improved school performance is whether or not

Accepted Answer

While encouragement from friends, parents, and teachers can be helpful, ultimately it is up to Carlos to decide that he needs to work harder in order to improve his academic performance. Personal motivation and effort are key factors in academic success.

Question 8

You are trying to change your exercise routine in order to have a healthier lifestyle. You develop a new exercise schedule and plan to implement it starting next month. You are in the ________ stage of the stages of change model.

Accepted Answer

The stages of change model includes precontemplation, contemplation, preparation/determination, action/willpower, and maintenance. In this scenario, the individual has already developed a new exercise schedule and plans to implement it next month, indicating that they are in the preparation/determination stage.

Question 9

Bob decided that he was a bit overweight so he created a new exercise program, something he had never tried before. Though he initially had some difficulty setting it up and sticking with it, he has consistently done his workouts for the last eight months. While it is becoming more habitual, the program is still not yet automatic for him so he reinforces himself with new music CDs each month. Bob is most likely in the ________ stage of the stages of change model.

Accepted Answer

Bob has created a new exercise program and has consistently done his workouts for the last eight months, indicating that he has reached the maintenance stage. However, he still needs reinforcement through new music CDs each month, indicating that the program is not yet automatic, and he still needs to actively work on sticking with his new habits. Therefore, B (maintenance) is the best choice.

Question 10

Harry is committed to abstaining from drinking. He has joined a running club and meets with them after work. Now when his co-workers ask him to join them for drinks after work, he has a built-in excuse not to accompany them. Harry is most likely in the ________ stage of the stages of change model.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Harry is committed to abstaining from drinking....

Question 11

Claire has a problem with smoking. If she were in the ________ stage of change, the best stage-matched intervention would be to inform her about the dangers of continuing this unhealthy behavior. However, if she were in the ________ stage, you would do well to provide her with training in specific skills that can help her to actually stop smoking.

Accepted Answer

In the precontemplation stage, individuals are not yet considering change, so informing them about the dangers is appropriate. In the preparation stage, individuals are ready to take action, so providing skills training is suitable.

Question 12

Which of the following is the last stage in the stages of change model?

Accepted Answer

The last stage in the stages of change model is maintenance, where the individual has successfully made the behavior change and is working to maintain it over time. Option A (resolution) is not a stage in the model, and option B (resistance) is typically associated with the pre-contemplation stage. Option C (action/willpower) is a stage in the model, but it comes before maintenance.

Question 13

Your uncle has decided that it is finally time to quit smoking. He stopped last week and is hoping that he can continue to stay tobacco-free. He is in the ________ stage of the stages of change model.

Accepted Answer

The action/willpower stage is when an individual actively takes steps to change their behavior, such as quitting smoking.

Question 14

According to the text, a key element in predicting whether Barry will change his drinking behavior is

Accepted Answer

The text mentions that the key element in predicting whether Barry will change his drinking behavior is his readiness to change the behavior. This suggests that if Barry is not ready to change, it is less likely that he will change his behavior. Therefore, option C is the best choice.

Question 15

Who is most likely going to achieve their desired weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Stan's desire to make the track team indicates a strong personal motivation and goal for weight loss, which increases the likelihood of success. The other options involve external factors such as gifts or requirements from others, which may not be as effective in achieving weight loss goals unless accompanied by personal motivation.

Question 16

After changing her eating habits, Kelsey does not even think about ordering anything but whole wheat bread for her submarine sandwich. Kelsey has reached

Accepted Answer

Kelsey has reached transcendence, which is a stage where a new behavior becomes so ingrained that it is automatic and doesn't require conscious thought.

Question 17

Which of the following statements would be most typical of someone in the preparation stage of change?

Accepted Answer

Someone in the preparation stage of change is aware of their problematic behavior and is actively planning to take action to change it. Option D shows that the person is making specific plans to start making changes.

Question 18

In the stages of change model, a person is experiencing ________ when conscious attention is no longer required to maintain the new, healthy behavior.

Accepted Answer

Transcendence refers to the final stage in the stages of change model where a person has fully integrated the new behavior into their lifestyle and no longer needs to consciously maintain it. This means that the behavior has become automatic and requires little effort or willpower. Determination, cognitive appraisal, and willpower are all important factors in earlier stages of the model.

Question 19

Ginger has not smoked a cigarette for four months. However, after hearing about the death of a close friend, she went to the store, purchased a new pack, and smoked several cigarettes on the way home. Ginger is at which stage of the stages of change model?

Accepted Answer

Ginger was in the maintenance stage, as she had not smoked for four months, indicating she had sustained her behavior change. However, the stress of her friend's death led to a relapse, which can occur during the maintenance stage.

Question 20

Receiving support from friends, family, and even members of a support group is associated with which stage of the stages of change model?

Accepted Answer

Receiving support from friends, family, and support groups is most associated with the action/willpower stage, where individuals actively make changes and benefit from external support to maintain their efforts.

Quiz 17: Health Psychology