Course Code: REL-BHC-0-USCMTSUD
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2024
Learning Objectives:
Identify internal and external factors that prompt lasting behavioral change.
Recall the five stages of the Transtheoretical (Stages of Change) model and how you can use these stages to assess readiness to change.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: The Essentials of Behavior Change
Meet Camilla
The Size of the Problem
Motivation to Change
What We Mean by Self-Motivation
Whose Goal Is It?
What You Need to Know to Create Change Conversations
Why People Might Refrain from Change
How to Know What a Person Needs to be Ready, Willing, and Able
Remember Camilla?
Summary
Section 3: The Dimensions of Change
The Four Dimensions of Change
The Transtheoretical Model: Stages of Change
Processes of Change
Markers of Change
Context of Change
Review
Summary
Section 4: Characteristics of Each Stage of Change
Overview
Precontemplation
Contemplation
Preparation
Action
Maintenance
Meet Matteo
Summary
Section 5: Addiction and Change
The Road to Addiction
Becoming Addicted
Preparation
Moving into Action
Stages of Change and Addiction
Addiction as a Brain-Based Disease
Self-Regulation and the Change Process
The Role of Self-Control Mechanisms
Self-Control and Change Behavior
Managing Self-Control Strength
Meet Abril
Summary
Section 6: Assessing Readiness to Change
Assessing Readiness to Change
Threats to Motivation
Assessment in Clinical Practice
Planning for Success
Compare and Contrast Roles
Meet Janice
Summary
Section 7: Treatment Considerations
Critical Provider Tasks
The Reality of Relapse
Relapse Prevention Strategies
Additional Relapse Prevention Strategies
Individualizing Treatment
Incorporating Cultural Competencies in Treatment Planning
Communication Strategies
Meet Salman
Summary
Section 8: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Expert Reviewer: Carlo C. DiClemente, Ph.D.
Carlo C. DiClemente, Ph.D., is professor and chair for the Department of Psychology, University of Maryland, Baltimore County. He is internationally recognized as cocreator (with James Prochaska, Ph.D.) of the transtheoretical model of change, more commonly referred to as the stages of change. He is the author or coauthor of more than 140 publications, including a popular book on the stages, Changing for Good (Avon 1995). DiClemente has received the American Psychological Association's Distinguished Contribution Award from Division 50, was named Researcher of the Year by the Maryland Psychological Association in 1992, and was selected to receive the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's Innovators Combating Substance Abuse award.
Instructor: Lauren Quick-Graham, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Lauren received her Master of Social Work degree from North Carolina State University in Raleigh. She has over 13 years of experience working in case management and counseling. She is a PhD student at North Carolina State University focusing on continuing professional education for adult learners. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, and Certified Clinical Supervisor in North Carolina. She has worked in private practice, the Veterans Health Administration, and community-based organizations focusing on serving adults with an emphasis on trauma, addictions, chronic pain, and crisis intervention. She has extensive experience providing clinical supervision services to social workers and addiction professionals. Lauren joined Relias as a behavioral health content writer and subject matter expert in 2021.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Entry level Psychologists; Intermediate level Alcohol and Drug Counselors; Intermediate level Professional Counselors; Intermediate level Social Workers; Nurses; Physician Assistants; Physicians; in the following settings: Health and Human Services.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.