11. Transtheoretical model of change

Question 1

4 transtheoretical dimensions of change

Answer 1

1. Processes of change (overt and covert activities)
2. Stages of change
3. Pros and cons of changing (these are relative and shift through the stages)
4. Levels of change (more or less intensive depending on if the problems are conscious or unconscious)

Question 2

Stages of change:
1

Answer 2

Precontemplation:

No intention of changing behaviour, may be unaware of problem

Question 3

Stages of change
2

Answer 3

Contemplation:

Becomes aware that there is a problem but has made no commitment to change

Question 4

Stages of change
3

Answer 4

Preparation:

Intent on taking action
Normally when increased self-efficacy

Question 5

Stages of change
4

Answer 5

Action:

active modification of behaviour

Question 6

Stages of change
5

Answer 6

Maintenance

Sustained change occurs and new behaviours replace old ones
Can have a permanent exit here

Question 7

Stages of change
6

Answer 7

Relapse:

Person falls back onto old patterns
Learn from every relapse
May be unaware of problem again- precontemplation