Smart goals worksheet for addiction

Specific goals.

Write the specific behavior related to addiction you want to achieve.

Measurable.

Write steps to achieve those goals. How will you measure and track the progress?

Ensure achievability

Are the goals real or achievable?

Relevance to your recovery

How do these goals align with your overall recovery objectives?

Time-bound target

What is the specific timeframe within which you aim to achieve?

Motivation check

Why is this goal important to you, and how motivated do you feel to achieve it?

References:

Wiers RW, Becker D, Holland RW, Moggi F, Lejuez CW. Cognitive motivational processes underlying addiction treatment. InAddictions 2015 Dec 22 (pp. 211-246). Routledge.

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