Intro to health and behaviour change Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most effective behavioural change technique
A
self monitoring
further improved when in addition to another technique
2
Q
Why are behavioural change techniques necessary - is giving information just enough?
A
Information only accounts for 10% of reason why behaviours change; motivation is much more important.
3
Q
What role does motivation have in behaviour change?
A
Explains initiation of behaviour change; 90% of reason for a change to be made
4
Q
What is the purpose of motivational interviewing
A
moving sustain to talk to change talk to empower a patient to make a change in their behaviour.
Increasing the patients perception of their capability increases their motivation.