Week 5: Behaviour Change

Question 1

Define the Transtheoretical Model

Answer 1

Known as the ‘Stages of Change’ model.

• Suggests that a person changes behaviour through stages, not a single step.
• Strategies for behaviour change should be based on a person’s stage and readiness.

Question 2

Name and describe the 5 stages of the Transtheoretical Model

Answer 2

1. Pre-contemplation: No thoughts about change.
2. Contemplation: Considering doing it in the future.
3. Preparation: Making formal plans in the next month.
4. Action: Actively engaged in change.
5. Maintenance: Able to maintain change for at least six months.

Question 3

Define Motivational Interviewing

Answer 3

A directive method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence to change.

Question 4

Name and define the steps of Motivational Interviewing

Answer 4

1. Express Empathy: Display good listening skills through body language, reflecting back what is said.
2. Develop Discrepancy: Show the person where they are now and where they could be, and the effectiveness of the change.
3. Roll with Resistance: Never argue with a client and try to persuade too hard. Get them to form their own opinion.
4. Support Self-efficacy: Increase self confidence in the client that change can be done by themselves.

Question 5

Name the top three leading health problems

Answer 5

1. Smoking (Tobacco use): 12.2%
2. Alcohol: 9.2%
3. Obesity: 7.4%