6 stage model Flashcards
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Why might the six-stage model be more valid than linear models?
It recognises addiction recovery as a non-linear, gradual process where relapse is common. This reflects real-world recovery better than all-or-nothing models.
How can therapists benefit from the model’s structure?
The stage-based structure helps therapists identify a client’s stage of readiness and tailor support more effectively to increase motivation and treatment success.
What did Aveyard (2009) find about the effectiveness of the model?
In a trial of 2,471 UK smokers, there was no significant difference between stage-based interventions and control, suggesting limited practical impact.
Aveyard, 2009
What makes this model more humane for addicts?
It normalises relapse as part of the process, which may reduce guilt and shame, keeping individuals engaged in long-term recovery.
