Transtheoretical Model

Question 1

TTM, what is is and the stages

Answer 1

Cyclical phenomenon people progress through as they attempt to change their behaviour

1. Pre-Contemplation
2. Contemplation
3. Preparation
4. Action
5. Maintenance
6. Termination

Question 2

Pre-Contemplation

Answer 2

Tend to avoid acknowledging their high risk behaviours
May be uninformed of the risk factors
Does not think about changing in the next six months
Maybe has tried and failed before> discouraged

Question 3

Contemplation

Answer 3

Acknowledges having a problem
Seriously considers behaviour change
Gathers information, maybe verbalises goal
(Some may only get this far or be stuck here for months)
Change when they focus on solution over problem and think of future not past

Question 4

Preparation

Answer 4

Intends to take action within month
Finalised plans
May even start small behaviour changes

Question 5

Action

Answer 5

Actively implements behavioural and cognitive strategies to change to reach goal
Requires most energy and commitment

Question 6

Maintenance

Answer 6

Lasts until person no longer experiences temptation
Person incorporates avoidance and coping strategies into lifestyle
May re-lapse into pre-contemplation phase

Question 7

Termination

Answer 7

Person is no longer tempted and has complete confidence they will maintain behaviour.