PSY 361 - 3.2

DECISIONAL BALANCE CAUSING INDIVIDUAL TO REMAIN IN THIS STAGE

POTENTIAL CHANGE STRATEGIES

Precontemplation (no intention of taking action within the next six months)

Pros:

Cons:

Tipping the balance to move to the next stage:

How can we raise awareness of risk and need for change (nutrition and physical activity choices) based on risks and benefits?

Contemplation (intends to take action within the next six months)

Pros:

Cons:

Tipping the balance to move to the next stage:

How can we motivate and encourage plans to change (nutrition and physical activity):

Preparation (intends to take action within the next month and has taken behavioral steps towards change)

Pros:

Cons:

Tipping the balance to move to the next stage:

How can we assist the individual to develop and implement plans and goals to move towards a healthier weight with nutrition and physical activity choices?

Action (has changed behavior for less than six months)

Pros:

Cons:

Tipping the balance to move to the next stage:

What type of feedback, support, or help with problem solving can be provided to reinforce the change (nutrition and physical activity choices)?

Maintenance (has changed behavior for more than six months)

Pros:

Cons:

Tipping the balance to move to the next stage:

How can we assist with coping, reminders, and maintenance of change (nutrition and physical activity choices)?