Health Victoria Valdez Period 6

Decision-making process

A step-by-step method used to make healthy and informed decisions.

DECIDE model

A six-step process for solving problems and making healthy choices.

Decision or problem

The situation that must be clearly defined before making a choice.

Alternatives

The different choices or options available when making a decision.

Consequences

The possible results of choosing a particular alternative.

Best alternative

The choice, or combination of choices, that provides the most effective solution.

Evaluate and revise

To examine the results of a decision and make changes if necessary.

Collaborative decision-making

The process of working with other people to make a decision.

Perspective

A person’s individual point of view about a problem or decision.

Goal

A specific endpoint representing a condition that a person hopes to reach.

Short-term goal

A goal intended to be reached in a relatively short amount of time.

Long-term goal

A goal that requires a longer amount of time and continued effort to achieve.

Values

The ideas, principles, and goals that a person considers important.

SMART goal

A goal that is specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and timely.

Specific

Clearly states exactly what a person wants to accomplish.

Measurable

Has results that can be clearly observed or quantified.

Achievable

Can be realistically reached.

Relevant

Relates to who a person is and what that person wants.

Timely

Can be achieved within a reasonable period of time.

Obstacle

A challenge or difficulty that may interfere with progress toward a goal.