FOM 2.3.2 Flashcards
What are some modifiable behavioral determinants of health?
Diet, physical activity, alcohol, cigarette and other drug use (blow, molly etc), hand washing
Social Learning Theory
- Behaviors are learned through observation
- observations of reward or punishments
- observations of favorable or unfavorable definitions associated with the behavior
- primary (parents, peers) and indirect reference groups (media)
- more likely to imitate behaviors of those with high contact, prestige (tanner), or who are perceived as similar
- **We learn “healthy behaviors” from family, friends, and media
ID the stages of change and how long behavioral change takes place?
Stage 1- Precontemplation (not thinking about changing) longest stage
Stage 2- Contemplation (planning action within 6 mos)
Stage 3- Preparation (planning action within 30 days)
Stage 4- Action (engaged in action for less than 6 mos)
Maintenance (stable change for more than 6 mos)
Relapse: Return to stages 1-4 (with progress and experience, return immediatly to action)
**For most, significant change takes about 7 years & 7-8 serious attempts at change
ID two reasons that it is important to address psychological and behavioral data of health?
- An individuals learning and memory of their lived environment and social circumstances interact with their genes to make up their unique psychological experience & behavior patterns
- A two way relationship exists between mental disorders and socioeconomic status: mental disorders lead to reduced income and employment, which entrenches poverty and in turn increases the risk of mental disorder
ID a common error in thinking that can lead people to blame patients for their poor health
Fundamental Attribution Errror
ID a non-confrontational communication style that is helpful in encouraging patients to change
Motivational interviewing (increases motivation and self efficacy, based on patient values, avoids telling the patient what to do
