LMBR DEFINITIONS: K to O

Question 1

In the context of health behaviour change, what is a LAPSE ?

BR 56

Answer 1

Lapse: a short term period where an action plan for change is not being followed. BR 56 cf Relapse

Question 2

What is non-adherence

Answer 2

Non-adherence is the behavior of not following thru w prescribed treatments/interventions.

Question 3

What is mindfulness

BR 250

Answer 3

Mindfulness: a way of facing a situatjio in its entirety by being fully present. It creates the potential for each moment to be experienced as it is.

Question 4

What is the metabolic equivalent of a task (MET) ?

BR 216

Answer 4

METs are a ratio of the metabolic rate during a task compared to a standard resting metabolic rate.

Question 5

Define Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT)

BR 200 & here

Answer 5

The energy expended by all daily activities excluding purposeful exercise, sleeping or eating.

• includes other activities like sitting, fidgeting, yard work, housework & typing