This section explores a unique aspect of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) regarding motivation in smoking cessation, as applied in the case of Jane.
Emphasizing Action Over Motivation: ACT for Smoking Cessation
Key Points
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) posits a radical view on motivation in smoking cessation, suggesting that feeling motivated is not essential for quitting smoking.
- ACT emphasizes actions over thoughts and emotions, highlighting that successful cessation is more about managing behaviors than relying on motivation levels.
- In Jane’s treatment, the focus was placed on daily actions and practical steps toward quitting, rather than on her subjective feelings of motivation or self-efficacy.
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