Not yet acknowledging that there is a problem behavior that needs to be changed is which stage of change?

• A. Preparation
• B. Pre-contemplation
• C. Contemplation
• D. Action

Answer: (B)

This is about readiness to change, as described in the stages of change model. Not acknowledging that there is a problem demonstrates a lack of awareness and no intention to change, which is the pre-contemplation stage. In this stage, individuals may minimize or ignore the consequences and have little motivation to change. If someone were to recognize the problem and start thinking about change, that would be contemplation. If they begin planning and seem ready to take action soon, that would be preparation. When they actually start making changes, that’s the action stage. So, the described situation fits pre-contemplation because it shows no acknowledgment of a problem or the need to change.