Question - Please discuss your understanding of the precontemplation stage of change. What is it? What might be some of the thought processes of a dual diagnosed client at this stage of change? Discuss the attitudes and defenses of dual diagnosed precontemplators as noted in your Changing For Good text. As a counselor, how might you help dual diagnosed or other clients in this stage of change? How might you motivate precontemplators to progress through the stages of change?