Exam 1 Flashcards
Theories provide a ______ for understanding the process through which a complex behavior changes & is ______ over time.
- framework
- sustained
3 ways exercise physiologists use theories?
- Support
- Intervention
- Evaluation
The stage of motivational readiness to change [SOC] model is also called what
the transtheoretical model [TTM]
What are the 3 basic concepts of the TTM ?
- People progress through 5 basic changes at varying rates
- people move back & forth along the continuum
- People use different cognitive and behavioral processes or strategies
Components of other theories are often used in conjunction with the SOC model. What are they ?
- Decisional balance (decision-making theory)
2. Self-efficacy (social cognitive theory) – what do you feel about yourself
what are the 5 stages of change?
- Pre-contemplation
- Contemplation
- Preparation
- Action
- Maintenance
The SOC [TTM] model also states that individuals use a variety of _______ of ______ as they progress through the stages
processes of change
Five _____ and five ______ processes have been identified
experiential, behavioral
What are the 5 experiential processes
- Dramatic relief (be aware of risks)
- increase Consciousness (increase knowledge)
- Self re-evaluation (comprehend benefits)
- Social liberation (increase healthy opportunities)
- environmental re-evaluation (care about consequences to others)
Use of experiential processes usually peaks in which stage ?
preparation stage
What are the 5 behavioral processes?
- reinforcement management (reward yourself)
- Counter-conditioning (substitute alternatives)
- Self liberation (commit yourself)
- Stimulus control (remind yourself)
- Enlist social support
use of behavioral processes usually peaks in what stage
action stage
What is the goal for the individual in the pre contemplation stage ?
begin thinking about physical activity
what is the nickname for the pre contemplation phase
“not ready”
how does the individual feel when they are in the pre contemplation phase
cons greater than pros, low self-efficacy
What experiential processes are involved in the pre contemplation phase
- Dramatic relief - make them aware of risk of being unhealthy
- Consciousness rating - increase the knowledge
- Environmental re-evaluation - understand lifestyle impacts others
What is the nickname for the contemplation phase
“getting ready”
What is the goal for the contemplation phase
begin taking steps to become physically active; think about goals to set
how does the person feel if they are in the contemplation phase?
pros greater than cons
increase in self-efficacy
6 month intention
what experiential processes are involved in the contemplation phase
- dramatic relief
- consciousness rating
- Environmental re-evaluation
- self re-evaluation
what is the nickname for the preparation phase
“ready”
What is the goal for the preparation phase
increase physical activity to the recommended level
how does the person feel if they are in the preparation phase?
increased self efficacy; pros greater than cons; start within 30 days
what behavioral processes are involved in the preparation phase?
self-liberation [committed; change is possible]
What is the nickname for the action phase
“working the program”
What is the goal of the action phase
continue to make physical activity a regular part of life (habit)
how does the person feel if they are in the action phase?
probably only last 6 months [new years resolution dilemma]; pros are way greater than cons; much higher self-efficacy
what behavioral processes are involved in the action phase?
- stimulus control [remind yourself of the importance]
- reinforcement management [reward yourself]
- counter conditioning [substitution of healthier alternatives]
- Helping relationships [enlist social support]
What is the nickname of the maintenance phase
“keep it going”
What is the goal of the maintenance phase
prepare for future setbacks; continue to increase enjoyment
how does the person feel if they are in the maintenance phase?
6 months/change in behavior; lifestyle change
what behavioral processes are involved in the action phase?
avoid boredom reflect on benefits schedule check-in appointments plan for high-risk situations reassess goals, etc.
what is the basic concept of the decision making theory?
people decide whether to engage in a particular behavior based on their comparison of the benefits verses the costs
the decision making theory is used in conjunction with the ______ model
SOC [TTM]
in later stages of the SOC people perceive more ______ for being physically active, but in early stages they perceive more ______
benefits; disadvantages
The social cognitive theory is also called what
reciprocal determinism
what is the basic concept of the social cognitive theory?
behavior change is influenced by interactions between the environment, personal factors and the behavior itself
what are 3 important components of the social cognitive theory?
- self-efficacy
- outcome expectations
- self-regulatory strategies
definition of self-efficacy?
an individuals belief & confidence about his or her ability to make specific behavior changes
research indicates that self-efficacy levels predict ________ in physical activity
participation
potential results that one anticipates after performing a particular behavior can be defined as
outcome expectations
3 major forms of outcome expectations
- positive & negative physical effects
- positive & negative social effects
- positive & negative self-evaluative reactions to the change in behavior
ability to mobilize oneself to perform a behavior regularly in the face of a variety of barriers
self-regulatory strategies
4 major processes of self-regulation
- self-monitoring
- proximal goal setting
- strategy development
- self-motivating incentives
4 practice implications for learning theory
- increase self-efficacy
- learn how to set goals
- plan for physical activity
- have realistic expectations
4 ways to improve self-efficacy?
- Mastery experiences (list of performance accomplishments)
- Social modeling (observe through vicarious experience)
- Verbal/social persuasion (communication)
- understand physiological states (reading articles/journals)
what is the basic concept of learning theory?
overall complex behaviors arise from many small simple behaviors
learning theory says it is possible to shape the desired behavior by doing what 2 things?
- reinforcing “partial behaviors”
2. modifying cues [stimuli]
setting a series of intermediate gold that lead to a long-term goal is known as what ?
shaping
when is shaping especially important?
when applied to increasing FITT; setting short term goals
positive or negative consequences for performing or not performing a behavior is called what ?
reinforcement
3 parts to include in reinforcement
verbal & material incentives & natural reinforcement
techniques that prompt the initiation of a behavior
antecedent control
basic concept of the health belief model
extent people engage in a health action is determined by their readiness to take action couples with their belief of the threat of not taking action
6 main component of the health belief model
- perceived susceptibility
- perceived severity
- perceived benefits
- perceived barriers
- self-efficacy
- cues to action
4 practice implications for health belief model
- educational needs
- interest in health matters
- do they feel susceptible ? what worries them?
- do they it could be reduced by behavior change?
What 3 psychosocial needs for the premise of the SDT theory ?
- Self-determination
- Demonstration of competence
- Relatedness [meaningful social interaction with others]
Those with high levels of ________ have greater intentions to exercise, self-efficacy, & physical self-worth
autonomy
practice implications for self-determination theory
- encourage choice (ex: they decide what cardio)
2. start with a simple program to grow mastery & joy
explain theory of planned behavior
places the intention to perform a behavior as the main determinate as to whether of not an individual will exercise
in theory of planned behavior, intentions are often determined by what 3 things
- attitude toward behavior
- subjective norms [social motivation]
- perceived behavioral control
which theory says an individual intends to become physically active if they believe exercise will benefit them, make them feel good, have the approval of significant others in their life, & that they are capable of doing it
theory of planned behavior
practicer implications for theory of planned behavior
identify intentions & develop plan that will fit
basic concept of social ecological theory
importance of constant interaction between someone’s behavior & his or her environment
social ecological theory emphasizes two key influences:
- sociocultural factors
- quality of environment
* best programs target both
* important to change environment to be activity friendly
practice implications of social ecological theory
programs should combine environmental components with individual & community based physical activity promotion efforts
basic concept of relapse prevention
maintain long term behavior change by anticipating high risk situations & devising strategies
relapse prevention combines what 3 things
- behavioral skills training
- cognitive intervention
- lifestyle change
relapse prevention makes an important distinction between the terms _____ & ______.
lapse : brief error, slip up
re-lapse: complete return to beginning stage
behavior (should/should not) be viewed as a complete success or a complete failure
should not
practice applications for relapse prevention
- establish collaborative relationship
- reflect on importance of exercise
- remind them of when they overcame physical barriers
- teach them to identify high risk situations
- anticipate them & problem solve
practitioner tries to understand the underlying meaning of what a patient is saying
active listening
understanding that is conveyed by a counselor to a patient
empathy
questions that allow the patient to provide expansive responses [beyond a simple yes or no] which they can explore their thoughts & feelings
open-ended questions