Chapter 2 Flashcards
Behavior
An action that can be observed, measured, and modified.
Type 2 Diabetes
A long term metabolic disorder that is characterized by high blood sugar, insulin resistance, and relative lack of insulin.
Transtheoretical Model
A behavior change model focused on the stages of change, the process of changing behavior, self efficacy, and the decision balance.
Self efficacy
The certainty of ones ability to accomplish a particular task.
Motivational Interviewing
A collaborative, client focused method of guiding a client toward a self identified motivation for change.
Stages of change
The series of temporal stages of readiness that a person progresses through during the behavior change process.
Processes of Change
The strategies and techniques that can influence an individuals transition from one stage of change to the next.
Self determination theory
A general theory of human motivation that suggests a person is motivated to change by three basic psychological needs of autonomy, competence, and relatedness.
Motivation
The reason one has for behaving in a certain way
Intrinsic motivation
The Drive to execute behaviors that are driven by internal or personal rewards
Extrinsic motivation
The drive to perform certain behaviors based on external factors such as praise, recognition, and money.
Autonomy
The need for self governance and control over ones own behaviors
Competence
The basic need to feel a sense of mastery and operate effectively within the environment
Relatedness
The need to feel connected to and supported by others as well as a sense of belonging within a group
Oars Model
A communication model for motivational interviewing that includes open ended questions, affirmations, reflective listening, and summarizing.
Rapport
A close, harmonious relationship in which all parties involved understand one another’s feelings and communicate well.
Empathy
The ability to understand and share in the feelings of others.
Goal setting
The process of identifying the clients ideal state, determining their current state, and defining the actions that must be taken to close the gap.
Outcome Goal
A goal where the end result is a specific desired outcome.
Process goal
A goal where the focus is on the process or action that will lead to the desired end result.
SMART Principle
Acronum to enable goals to be more objective. S-specific, M-measurable, A-achievable, R-relevant, T-time bound.
SMART - Specific
The goal is well defined and clear as to what the client intends to do. The example goal directs specific behavior to be taken.
SMART - Measurable
The goal provides three specific criteria. It clearly identifies the extent to which the action needs to occur / such as two miles, 36 min, three times a week.
SMART - Achievable
The achievability will depend upon the individual client, due to there time constraints, physical abilities, and mental abilities.
