Weigh up the pros and cons of continuing to use substances versus making a change. A core motivational interviewing technique.
Decisional Balance
PreviewBenefits of continuing to use
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Costs of continuing to use
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Benefits of making a change
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Costs of making a change
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Looking at the balance, what stands out to you?
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How ready do you feel to make a change right now?
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Explore the triggers, thoughts, feelings, and consequences associated with substance use to understand its function in your life.
Track urges to use substances without acting on them. Practice the skill of riding the wave of craving until it passes.
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