Question

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Answer 1

TTM the transtheoretical model ( stages of change model )

• it is not a theory but it is a model
• This is an approach with broad applications
• in this model it states that individuals move through 6 stages of change when modifying behavior
• The stages of this model include:
  • Precontemplation - in this stage, people have no intention of changing their behavior for the forseeable future. They are often unaware that their behavior is problematic or produces negative consequences. they may underestimate the pros of changing behavior. For example:- drunken people are unaware about the unhealthy habit)
  • Contemplation- Here in this stage, people are intending to change the healthy behaviour for the future. they recognizes that their behavior is problematic. even with this recognition, people may still feel ambivalent toward changing thier behavior. For eg: addicted people recognized the problematic behavior
  • Preparation ( determination)-Here, people are ready to take the action. they start to take small steps towards the behavior change. for eg., consulting a counselor to stop smoking or alcoholism.
  • Action/ willpower- In this, people have recently changed their behavior and intend to keep moving forward with that behavior change. ( eg., exercise class attendance or reduction in the number of cigarettes )
  • Maintenance- In this people have sustained their behavior change for a while and intend to maintain it forward. Here people try to prevent relapse to earlier stages
  • Termination- In this stage, people have no desire to return to their unhealthy behavior, and sure they will not relapse