2. STAGES OF CHANGE
Pre-
Contemplation
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3. TRANSTHEORETICAL MODEL OF CHANGE TTM
Conceived in the early 1980s by
Psychologist James O. Prochaska, PhD,.
this theoretical tool “readiness-to-
change” model has encouraged many to
rethink their assumptions

4. STAGES OF CHANGE
Pre-Contemplation,
Contemplation
Preparation, Action, Maintenance
Lapse/Relapse
Of
DE-ADDICTION

5. Pre-
Contemplation
PRE-CONTEMPLATION,
Not prepared. Not at the present.
Hopelessness from earlier failed efforts.
Limiting beliefs
Increasing a stronger sense of self-worth and
confidence.
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6. Contemplation
CONTEMPLATION
Perhaps soon — thoughtful about it.
Not prepared to make the desired change
Being encouraged by role models or success
stories.
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7. PREPARATION
All Set, taking small footsteps.
Underestimating the necessity to get ready,
Creating a start date on the schedule.
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8. ACTION
Expecting early concrete results.
Considering setbacks and challenges as breaks
for self-discovery.
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9. MAINTENANCE
Losing original motivation after an initial
success.
Sidestepping situations that could trigger
relapse.
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10. LAPSE/RELAPSE
Lapses is a one-time return to addictive
behavior
and relapse is a return to an addictive lifestyle.
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