transtheoretical model
behavioral change
stagesof change
prochaska and diclemente 1970
stages of change
precontemplation
contemplation
determination
action
relapse
maintenance
precontemplation
u dont acknowledge that there is problem that needs to be changed
u put too much emphasis on the cons of changing behavior
contemplation
u are now more aware in the pros of changing behavior
determination
also known as the preparation stage, ur now looking at the positive side of changing
spiral progression is essential in this stage
action
u start acquiring new healthy behaviors
maintenance
u should be able to avoid temptation successfully, u should prevent relapse