TTM/PAPM Flashcards
Premise of the TTM
Seeks to integrate processes/principles of individual-level behavior change
Across major theories of behavior
Integration of multiple theories of psychotherapy
Precontemplation
No intention to change behavior
Unaware/ignorant stage
Contemplation
Aware that a problem exists
Already thinking about that problem
Decisional Balance
Pros/Cons
Identify/weight options
Part of contemplation stage
Preparation
Planning to do something
Action
Taken action to modify behavior, experiences, environment
To overcome their problems
Maintenance
Doing the behavior without thinking about it
Behavior becomes natural
Relapse Triggers
Emotional Mental Physical Social HALT (hunger, anger, lonely, tired) Certain time of day
Termination
Truly completed process of behavior change
Obtained self-efficacy & overcome temptation
Conscious Raising
Precontemplation/Contemplation
Enhance awareness of health risks & protective behaviors
Dramatic Relief
Precontemplation/Contemplation
Enhance emotional reaction to health risk behaviors
& relief that can come from changing it
Environmental Re-Evaluation
Precontemplation/Contemplation
Assessing how presence/absence of certain behavior(s) affects one’s social environment
Self-Re-Evaluation
Precontemplation/Contemplation
Visualize oneself & life without health-risk behavior
Self-Liberation/Commitment
Action
Foster belief that one can change
& Reinforce commitment to change
Helping Relationships
Maintenance
Use supportive others to promote behavior change
