health Education
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Trans-Theoretical Model and Stages of Change
Construct | Description |
Precontemplation | No intention to take action within the next 6 months |
Contemplation | Intends to take action within the next 1 to 6 months |
Preparation | Intends to take action within the next 30 days and has taken some behavioral steps in this decision |
Action | Changed overt behavior for less than 6 months |
Maintenance | Changed overt behavior for more than 6 months |
Termination | No temptation to replace and 100% confidence
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*Identify the stage of change the person is in
• Name some processes that can be put into place to advance them to the next stage
Scenario #1
You have been smoking for 16 years and now you are ready to stop due to health concerns. You purchase nicotine patches and join a 12 step program.
Scenario #2
You want to be a doctor that specializes in foot odor. Looking at the course catalog you need to register for a class in "Different Smells" before graduation. First you have to take the required courses.
Scenario #3
Your high school reunion is coming up and you want to drop those 10 pounds you seemed to have gained. You join a gym 3 months ago and you have lost 7 pounds! 3 more to go.
Scenario #4
During a routine visit to the doctor you would told your blood pressure is a bit elevated, borderline hypertension. It would be in your best interest to try to reduce stress and get plenty of sleep over the next
6 months and check back
10 years ago
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