Alcohol and Drug Counselor Exam Alcohol and Drug Counselor Motivational Interviewing and Behavior Change 2

Question 1

The Transtheoretical Model of behavior change was primarily developed by which researchers?

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James Prochaska and Carlo DiClemente

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Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow

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William Miller and Stephen Rollnick

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Aaron Beck and Albert Ellis

Question 2

Which stage immediately follows 'Contemplation' in the Stages of Change model?

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Preparation

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Action

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Maintenance

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Termination

Question 3

The spirit of Motivational Interviewing is best characterized by which set of elements?

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Partnership, Acceptance, Compassion, Evocation

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Confrontation, Directiveness, Expert advice

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Empathy, Boundaries, Diagnosis, Treatment

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Assessment, Reflection, Education, Referral

Question 4

The 'Elicit-Provide-Elicit' (EPE) technique in Motivational Interviewing is used when:

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Sharing information or advice with a client's permission

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Confronting a client about dishonesty

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Conducting a formal diagnostic assessment

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Establishing treatment program rules

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of 'sustain talk' in Motivational Interviewing?

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'I don't think my using is that big a deal.'

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'I think I might have a problem with drinking.'

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'I know I need to cut back on drugs.'

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'I want to get my family back.'

Question 6

What does 'autonomy support' mean in the context of Motivational Interviewing?

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Acknowledging and reinforcing the client's right and ability to make their own choices

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Allowing clients to discharge themselves from treatment at any time

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Providing clients with independent housing resources

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Assigning homework that clients complete on their own