Psychology Of Behavior Change Flashcards
What is the definition of behavior?
An action that can be observed, measured, and modified.
What stage of change is someone in if they are engaging in a new behavior and have been doing so for less then six months?
Action
What stage of change is someone in if they are in denial or ignorant to the fact that a change may be necessary?
Pre-contemplation
What type of motivation is driven by personal enjoyment and satisfaction?
Intrinsic motivation
Which psychological need in the self-determination theory (SDT) Is described as the basic need to feel in control of one’s own behavior and goals?
Autonomy
Which of the following is an example of an open ended question?
“How did you first noticed that you were gaining weight?”
What type of goal is focused on the necessary steps to achieve it?
Process goal
What does the “A” in S.M.A.R.T. Goals stand for?
Achievable
What type of goal is open to interpretation by the client as opposed to being supported by measurable data?
A subjective goal
When communicating with clients what type of communication must be constructive and effective to improve competence?
Feedback
What is Transtheoreretical model (TTM)?
A behavior change model on the stages of change, the process of changing behavior, self-efficacy, and the decision balance.
What is Motivational Interviewing (MI)
A collaborative, client focused method of guiding a client toward a self-identified motivation for change.
The TTM is based on what 4 interrelated constructs?
- Stages of change
- Processes of change
- Self-Efficacy
- Decisional balance
What are the five stages of change?
- Pre- contemplation
- Contemplation
- Preparation
- Action
- Maintenance
What are key indicators of “Pre-Contemplation”
- Lacks the belief that they could change, even if they wanted to.
- Perceives no control over their behavior.
- Defeated by failed prior attempts to change.
What are key indicators of “contemplation”
- Aware of potential benefits of making a change but perceives the cost outweighing the benefits.
- Procrastinating making efforts towards the behavior change.
What are key indicators of “Preparation”?
Begins to take small steps towards the target behavior change.
What are key indicators of “Action”?
- Actively doing things to change or modify behavior.
2. Structures their environment in ways that support their healthy behavior.
What are key indicators to “Maintenance”?
- New behavior becomes second nature.
- Greater confidence in ability to maintain the new behavior.
- Greater sense of control over their behavior.
