4a Techniques of Behaviour Change

Question 1

Describe the COM-B (Behaviour Change Wheel)

Answer 1

• Capability: psychobiologically, physically
• Motivation: Psychological, automatic, reflective
• Opportunity: Physical, social
  All 3 of the above interact with one another and influences behaviour

Question 2

What are behaviour change techniques?

Answer 2

A systematic strategy used in an attempt to change behaviour

Question 3

What is self-monitoring (type of behavioural change technique)?

Answer 3

An individual keeping a record of target behaviours

• Additional information recorded can help identify barriers
  e. g. myfitnesspal, runkeeper

Question 4

What is the disadvantage of self-monitoring?

Answer 4

Time-consuming over the long term

Question 5

What is an implementation intention?

Answer 5

Self-regulatory system
‘if-when’ plan
If (certain situation) = I’ll do X behaviour
Overcomes obstacles/challenges = initiation + maintenance of behaviour