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The length of time and the cost of the program
also depends on what stage of change you are in.
Stages of change
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Pre-Contemplation (I don’t have a problem
that needs changing) |
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Contemplation (I have a problem but I am not
ready to do anything about it) |
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Preparation ( I know I have a problem but I
am not sure how to be successful changing) |
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Action (I am making some changes but I need
help to achieve my goal) |
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Maintenance (I have achieved my goal but I
need help keeping it going) |
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Relapse (I have slipped back into old
behaviors and need help getting started again) |
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Termination (I have achieved my goal and can
go on from here alone)
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Your stage of change will determine some of the
intensity and techniques used in your treatment. Remember you can
start and stop at any point you want.
Typical Stages of Treatment
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The IAAPC
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Stopping (this can be done through the use of
medication, social support, will power, acupuncture or any number
of methods that you elect to use)
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Relapsing
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Trying to stop again but with new insights and
methods
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Getting comfortable with stopping
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Understanding the origins of the problem(s)
that lead to the addiction.
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Reformulating and rebalancing of life and
life’s priorities
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Relapsing
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Trying to stop again but with new insights and
methods
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Termination
Remember you can start and stop when ever you decide!
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