Behaviour Change Interventions

Purpose of Behaviour Change Interventions

To help individuals increase healthy behaviours or reduce unhealthy behaviours by targeting ability, motivation, and opportunity.

Information Provision

Provides facts intended to change beliefs and behaviour, often based on Health Belief Model, Theory of Planned Behavior, or Health Action Process Approach.

Motivational Interviewing

A collaborative, person-centered method that strengthens motivation for change by exploring pros and cons of current behaviour and addressing cognitive dissonance.

Egan's Model in Problem-Solving

A method useful in the Preparation stage of change involving problem exploration, goal setting, and facilitating action.

SMART Goals

A goal-setting framework that stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

Implementation Intentions

Strategies to overcome barriers such as failing to start, missing opportunities, distractions, or habits.

Modelling & Practice-Based Interventions

Learning behaviours by observing others, most effective when the model is similar and demonstrates the specific desired behaviour.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

A form of cognitive change aiming to alter attitudes, beliefs, and thinking styles.

Operant Conditioning

A learning method based on reinforcements and punishments to increase or decrease certain behaviours.

Scheduling, Planning, and Tracking

Useful tools and techniques for managing repeated behaviours and overcoming time-based barriers.

Social Change Interventions

Focus on modifying the environment to promote healthy behaviours and reduce unhealthy cues.

AMO Model

Ability, Motivation, Opportunity model that outlines three critical factors needed for behaviour change.

Levels of Behaviour Change Interventions

Various levels including individual habits, social norms, environmental changes, mass media campaigns, and integrated approaches.