Chapter 2

Question 1

1985-2004

Answer 1

the number of people saying there is no one with whom they discuss important matters nearly tripled. The number of people with whom people did discuss important matters went from 3 to 2 in those 20 years.

Question 2

2 pressures that shape life’s mission

Answer 2

peer pressure & mass media

Question 3

a mission statement is

Answer 3

the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep sadness meet.

Question 4

5 years

Answer 4

the amount of time it takes for lifestyle changes to become permanent.

Question 5

precontemplation

Answer 5

you are unaware of any need for behavior change. Others may suggest a change in your behavior, but you are unconvinced.

Question 6

contemplation

Answer 6

you recognize that a behavior change would b beneficial and decide to implement a change sometime in the distant future. No firm commitment is made, but you make a mental not that it would be a good idea.

Question 7

preparation

Answer 7

you prepare mentally and physically to make a change.

Question 8

action

Answer 8

a plan is established and implemented. Most difficult stage and relapse into the previous stage often occurs. Complete after 6 months.

Question 9

maintainance

Answer 9

behavior is maintained for about 5 years but requires compliance with a specific program. Assessment of plan and compliance are still necessary, and there is a threat of relapse.

Question 10

termination

Answer 10

the behavior has been consistently maintained for 5 years. You no longer require self-monitoring, and relapse is unlikely even when you face obstacles.

Question 11

your goal should be

Answer 11

small steps, achievable, and measurable

Question 12

6 barriers to change

Answer 12

procrastination, success or failure attitude, education, instant gratification, non-individualized plan, short term change vs. permanent change.

Question 13

6 intervention strategies

Answer 13

behavioral contract
use positive and negative reinforcement
get a support group
use behavior shaping
keep a journal/diary
graph or chart your results

Question 14

behavioral substitutes

Answer 14

replacing an undesirable behavior with a healthy one

Question 15

Writing a mission statement

Answer 15

1. begin with a central theme
2. write the mission statement
3. refine your mission statement
4. build excitement and inspire action
5. get input on your mission statement
6. make your statement visible
7. revisit and evaluate your statement

Question 16

making an action plan

Answer 16

1. state the overall goal
2. assess your present lifestyle
3. design a specific plan
4. predict obstacles
5. plan intervention strategies
6. assess compliance with plan
7. assess progress in overall goal