Lesson 2 Changing Health Behaviors 2 Changing Health Behaviors L E S S O N

Journal Question Which of the following things do you think influences your health behaviors the most? Why? –Modeling (watching others) –Competence (your skills and abilities) –Positive attitudes and beliefs

Groups and Health

Personal Health Personal health refers to your own health and wellness.

Global Health Global health refers to the health of everyone on our planet. Health practices in one country can influence the health of another nation and its citizens.

Community Health The health and wellness of a community depend on the personal health of individuals in the community. A collection of groups makes up a community—for example, a school, a worksite, a neighborhood, or a town.

Stages of Change

Transtheoretical Model Five stages of change A model, not a theory Combines theories Self-confidence important Decisional balance important (more positives than negatives)

Social Learning Theory Social cognitive theory Modeling important (role models) Social interactions Self-efficacy is motivating

Self-Determination Theory Motivation is central to theory. Intrinsic (internal) motivation. Self-determination (autonomy) helps you feel motivated. Relatedness to others is motivating.

Theory of Planned Behavior Attitudes motivate your actions. Personal beliefs motivate your actions. Stating your intention to change helps you make change. Emphasizes self-confidence, thinking, and social interactions.

Health Belief Model Requirements for taking action to change: Interest in health matters Feelings that you are susceptible to illness Belief that a treatment works Belief that an illness could be serious