Behaviour Change #1 - General Foundateions Flashcards
What is the primary goal of interventionists in behavior change programs?
To design and implement programs or interventions that produce desired behavioral changes.
Why is an understanding of behavior change theories critical for interventionists?
Because applying theories increases the likelihood that interventions will successfully influence behavior.
List key elements that are common across many behavior change models.
Threat, Fear, Response Efficacy, Self-Efficacy, Barriers, Benefits, Subjective Norms, Attitudes, Intentions, Cues to Action, Reactance.
Define “threat” in the context of behavior change.
A danger or harmful event that individuals may or may not be aware of.
Define “fear” in behavior change models.
Emotional arousal caused by perceiving a significant and personally relevant threat.
What is “response efficacy”?
The perception that a recommended action will effectively prevent the threat.
What is “self-efficacy”?
An individual’s belief in their ability to successfully perform the recommended action.
What are “barriers” in behavior change theory?
Obstacles that prevent individuals from carrying out the recommended response.
What are “benefits” in behavior change theory?
Positive outcomes or consequences of performing the recommended behavior.
What are “subjective norms”?
Beliefs about what important others think one should do.
What are “cues to action”?
External or internal prompts that trigger a decision to engage in a behavior.
What is “reactance”?
Resistance that arises when individuals feel pressured or manipulated into a behavior.
