Wk4 Flashcards
(70 cards)
Which of the following is a key principle of Motivational Interviewing (MI)?
C) Rolling with resistance
Example sentence: “The counselor practiced the principle of rolling with resistance during the session.”
In Motivational Interviewing, what does ‘expressing empathy’ primarily involve?
B) Understanding and validating the client’s feelings
Additional information: Expressing empathy is crucial in building rapport with the client.
According to SAMHSA TIP 35, ambivalence about change is considered:
B) A normal part of the change process
Ambivalence is expected and not viewed as a negative aspect in the change process.
Which of the following is an example of “change talk” in Motivational Interviewing?
B) “I really need to quit drinking.”
Example sentence: “The client’s change talk indicated a readiness to address their drinking behavior.”
Which stage of change involves taking active steps to modify behavior?
D) Action
The action stage is characterized by concrete actions towards behavior change.
What is the focus of the “Develop Discrepancy” principle in Motivational Interviewing?
B) Highlighting the difference between the client’s current behavior and their goals or values
How should a counselor respond when a client exhibits resistance?
C) Roll with the resistance
What is the primary role of a counselor in Motivational Interviewing?
C) To elicit and strengthen the client’s own motivation for change
In the Transtheoretical Model of Change, what is the stage where individuals have no intention to change behavior?
B) Precontemplation
What does the “A” in the OARS acronym stand for?
C) Affirmations
Which of the following best describes a key element of ‘Support Self-Efficacy’ in MI?
B) Assisting the client in recognizing their own abilities to succeed
In TIP 35, what does the term “sustain talk” refer to?
A) The client’s arguments for maintaining the status quo
According to SAMHSA TIP 35, which of the following is an example of a strategy to increase readiness to change?
C) Providing information that highlights the costs of substance use
Which of the following is NOT a phase in the Stages of Change model?
C) Identification
What is the main purpose of Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET), as described in TIP 35?
B) To elicit change by reinforcing the client’s own motivations for recovery
Motivational Interviewing is considered a confrontational therapy style.
False
TIP 35 suggests that relapse should be treated as a learning opportunity, not as a failure.
True
TIP 35 recommends that counselors use an authoritarian approach when dealing with resistant clients.
False
In the Precontemplation stage, individuals are generally unaware of the consequences of their behavior.
True
TIP 35 suggests that all clients move through the stages of change in a linear fashion.
False
35 suggests that relapse should be treated as a learning opportunity, not as a failure.
True
Example: Viewing relapse as a learning opportunity can help clients identify triggers and develop better coping strategies.
TIP 35 recommends that counselors use an authoritarian approach when dealing with resistant clients.
False
Example: Adopting an authoritarian approach may further alienate resistant clients and hinder the therapeutic process.
In the Precontemplation stage, individuals are generally unaware of the consequences of their behavior.
True
Example: Clients in the Precontemplation stage may not see the need for change and may minimize the impact of their actions.
TIP 35 suggests that all clients move through the stages of change in a linear fashion.
False
Example: Clients may move back and forth between stages, experiencing lapses and progress at different points in their journey.
