<s>[INST] context: Precontemplation and preparation Five stages of change have been conceptualized for a variety of problem behaviours The five stages of change are: ?- Precontemplation- Contemplation- Preparation- Action- MaintenancePrecontemplationIt is the stage at which there is no intention to change behaviour in the forseeable future. Many individuals in this stage are unaware or underaware of their problems.ContemplationIt is the stage in which people are aware that a problem exists and are seriously thinking about overcoming it but, have not yet made a commitment to take an action.PreparationIt is a stage that combines intention and behavioural criteria.Individuals in this stage are intending to take action in the next month and have unsuccessfully taken action in the past yearActionIt is the stage in which individuals modify their behaviour experiences or environment in order to overcome their problems.Action involves the most ove behavioural changes and require considerable commitment of time and energy.MaintenanceIt is the stage in which people work to prevent relapse and consolidate the gains attained during action.For addictive behaviour this stage extends from six months to indeterminate period past the initial action. [/INST] question: A man taking 20 cigarettes per day, staed coughing, his family suggested quitting cigarettes. He is ready to quit but thinks that quitting will make him irritable, the best health planning model followed is aEUR' | options: A: Cost and survival B: Persuasion C: Precontemplation and preparation D: Precontemplation and preparation | answer: C </s>