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CHOOSING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
Stages of Change Model
Series of stages that people move through for each desired lifestyle/behavioral change
Behavior change is a process Not an overnight event- can take weeks,
months, years
Key is maintenance
Five Stages of Change
Stage 1: Pre-contemplation
The individual is: Unwilling or ready to make a change in his/her
life Possibly giving up hope based on previous
attempts and failures at the specific behavior change
Processes that promote change within this stage: Consciousness-raising Social liberation Healthy relationships
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Stage 2: Contemplation
The individual is: Increasingly aware of a problem Reflecting about the need for change Searching for motivation and strength
Processes that promote change within this stage: Emotional arousal Self-reevaluation
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Stage 3: Preparation
The individual is: Analyzing and monitoring current
behaviors Setting goals
Processes that promote change within this stage: Commitment
Stage 4: Action
The individual is: Implementing new
behavior Committing a great
deal of time and energy
Processes that promote change within this stage: Reward Countering Environmental
control
Stage 5: Maintenance
Maintenance begins 6 months after implementing new behavior
Essential to: Reward continued positive behavior Identify and develop solutions for
potential challenges Avoid negative triggers
LET’S BEGIN TODAY TO MAKE POSITIVE CHANGES TO
A HEALTHIER YOU!
What Stage of Change are you in?