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The person is not even considering
changing. They may be "in denial" about
Precontemplation their health problem, or not consider it
serious. They may have tried
(unaware)
unsuccessfully to change so many times
that they have given up.
Contemplation
(Aware,
concerned,
knowledgeable)

Preparation
(Motivated to
change)

Action
(Trying new
behaviour)
Maintenance and
Relapse
Prevention
(Sustaining new
behaviour)

Educate on risks
versus benefits and
positive outcomes
related to change

Identify barriers and
The person is ambivalent about changing. misconceptions
During this stage, the person weighs
Address concerns
benefits versus costs or barriers (e.g.,
Identify support
time, expense, bother, fear).
systems

The person is prepared to experiment
with small changes.

Develop realistic
goals and timeline
for change
Provide positive
reinforcement

The person takes definitive action to
change behavior.

Provide positive
reinforcement

The person strives to maintain the new
behavior over the long term.

Provide
encouragement and
support

Source: Zimmerman et al., 2000; Tabor and Lopez, 2004

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