Patrick has been confronted by family members and friends about his excessive gambling.Despite their attempts to help him,he insists that they are overreacting and that he has everything under control.He does not feel the need to alter his behaviors.Patrick is at which stage of change?

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Patrick is in the precontemplation stage because he is not recognizing the problem with his gambling behavior and does not feel the need to make any changes. He is in denial about the issue, and therefore, is not considering any changes at this time.

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