Integrating Application of Media Effects, Persuasion, and Behavior Change Theories to Communication Campaigns: A Stages-of-Change Framework

Michael D. Slater

doi:10.1207/s15327027hc1104_2

Integrating Message Effects and Behavior Change Theories: Organizing Comments and Unanswered Questions

Journal of Communication ◽

10.1111/j.1460-2466.2006.00293.x ◽

2006 ◽

Vol 56 (suppl_1) ◽

pp. S265-S279 ◽

Cited By ~ 62

Author(s):

Joseph N. Cappella

Keyword(s):

Behavior Change ◽

Message Effects ◽

And Behavior ◽

Behavior Change Theories

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The Shared Criticisms of Periodization Models and Behavior-Change Theories for Exercise: An Opportunity for Collaborative Advancement?

Kinesiology Review ◽

10.1123/kr.2019-0051 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 9 (2) ◽

pp. 170-178

Author(s):

Kelley Strohacker ◽

Cory T. Beaumont

Keyword(s):

Behavior Change ◽

Exercise Program ◽

Intervention Development ◽

Human Movement ◽

Peak Performance ◽

Physical Activity Guidelines ◽

Common Strategy ◽

At Risk Populations ◽

And Behavior ◽

Behavior Change Theories

Engaging in regular exercise is a common strategy to meet physical activity guidelines. It is generally accepted that exercise programs and interventions that are theory driven and provide clear exercise prescriptions elicit greater improvements than ones that are and do not. Several researchers have further surmised that the application of periodization may be useful for insufficiently active and at-risk populations. Although periodization is most commonly used to elicit peak performance in athletes, the goal of manipulating human movement to elicit favorable health and fitness adaptations is shared by interventionists applying behavior-change theories. However, the commonly applied theories and concept of periodization have received criticisms alluding to their potential obsolescence. The purpose of this review was to synthesize these criticisms and present current opinions in intervention development, with the goal of promoting cross talk and collaboration between experts in both disciplines to address potential shortcomings and stimulate innovation in exercise-program design.

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Metaphors for Addiction

Journal of Drug Issues ◽

10.1177/002204268701700102 ◽

1987 ◽

Vol 17 (1) ◽

pp. 9-28 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

G. Alan Marlatt ◽

Kim Fromme

Keyword(s):

Behavior Change ◽

Stages Of Change ◽

Clinical Applications ◽

Change Model ◽

Addictive Behaviors ◽

Stages Of Change Model ◽

Flying Fish ◽

Prevention And Treatment ◽

Classical Myths ◽

And Behavior

The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of the use of metaphor to describe the addiction process. A number of classical myths and stories are described which have particular relevance for understanding addiction, including the Greek myths of Midas, Bacchus, Pandora, and Icarus. Recent theoretical accounts of the use of metaphors in psychotherapy and behavior change are reviewed, particularly those with implications for addictive behaviors. Clinical applications of metaphorical material are discussed in terms of a stages-of-change model. The paper concludes with a summary of a new allegorical tale, “Freddy the Flying Fish,” to illustrate the construction of metaphors in the prevention and treatment of addiction.

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Transtheoretical model-based nutritional interventions in adolescents: a systematic review

10.21203/rs.2.22185/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Jennifer Nakabayashi Langamer ◽

Giselle Rha-isa Melo ◽

Natacha Toral

Keyword(s):

Behavior Change ◽

Stages Of Change ◽

Transtheoretical Model ◽

Eating Habits ◽

Readiness To Change ◽

Decisional Balance ◽

Publication Date ◽

Nutritional Interventions ◽

Behavior Change Theories ◽

Positive Results

Abstract Background Literature has shown a tendency of inadequate eating habits among youth, consequently, nutritional interventions are required. The Transtheoretical Model (TTM) classifies individuals based on their readiness to change. This model is widely used for health education interventions and it has been associated with positive results. Purpose This review aimed to describe how the TTM has been applied to nutritional interventions for adolescents. Methods The Adolec, Google Scholar, LILACS, PsycINFO, PubMed, Science Direct and Web of Science databases were searched. Only full original articles written in English, Spanish or Portuguese on randomized controlled trials and quasi-experimental designs that applied the TTM to nutritional interventions targeting adolescents were included, with no restrictions on publication date. Results The initial search yielded 3779 results, of which 13 were included. Two more articles were added after a search update, totaling 15 articles. The included adolescents were mostly recruited from schools, and the duration of the studies ranged from one month to three years. The TTM was used alone or combined with other behavior-change theories. Nine interventions had positive results. The participants in six studies progressed through stages of change or improved decisional balance. Conclusion There are some limitations related to the studies included in this review, such as the differences in design and intervention exposure time, as well as using the TTM in association with other behavior-change theories. Nevertheless, the TTM seems to be a successful strategy for nutritional intervention in adolescents. Further studies comparing the TTM with other behavior-change theories should be conducted to better understand its effectiveness.

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Inadequate Description of Educational and Behavior Change Theories in Lifestyle Interventions for Type 2 Diabetes Prevention

Journal of Diabetes & Metabolism ◽

10.4172/2155-6156.1000375 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 05 (05) ◽

Author(s):

Jens AagaardHansen

Keyword(s):

Type 2 Diabetes ◽

Behavior Change ◽

Diabetes Prevention ◽

Lifestyle Interventions ◽

Type 2 Diabetes Prevention ◽

And Behavior ◽

Behavior Change Theories

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The design, implementation, and effectiveness of intervention strategies aimed at improving genetic referral practices: a systematic review of the literature

Genetics in Medicine ◽

10.1038/s41436-021-01272-0 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

April Morrow ◽

Priscilla Chan ◽

Katherine M. Tucker ◽

Natalie Taylor

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Behavior Change ◽

Theoretical Domains Framework ◽

Behavior Change Techniques ◽

Implementation Outcomes ◽

Opportunities For Learning ◽

Referral Practices ◽

Genetics And Genomics ◽

And Behavior ◽

Behavior Change Theories

Abstract Purpose Despite rapid advancements in genetics and genomics, referral practices remain suboptimal. This systematic review assesses the extent to which approaches from implementation science have been applied to address suboptimal genetic referral practices. Methods A search of MEDLINE, EMBASE, and PsycINFO generated 7,794 articles, of which 28 were included. Lay barriers were mapped to the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF) and interventions mapped to behavior change techniques. Use of implementation and behavior change frameworks was assessed, and the Theory and Techniques Tool used to determine theoretical alignment. Results Knowledge was the most frequent retrospectively TDF-coded barrier, followed by environmental context and resources, and skills. Significant referral improvements occurred in 56% of studies. Among these, the most frequent interventions were clinical data review systems, family history collection and referral tools, and embedding genetics staff into nongenetic specialties. Few studies used implementation frameworks or reported implementation outcomes, though some deployed intuitive strategies that aligned with theory. Conclusion Genetic referral interventions are rarely informed by implementation and/or behavior change theories, limiting opportunities for learning across contexts. Retrospective coding has provided a suite of theoretically linked strategies, which may be useful for informing future efforts. Incorporating these strategies into clinical guidelines may facilitate operationalization within the system.

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Finding One’s Way on the Roads to Social Change

Social Marketing Quarterly ◽

10.1177/1524500416641385 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 22 (2) ◽

pp. 89-106

Author(s):

Adrian Kammer ◽

Sebastian Niessen ◽

Lukas Schmid ◽

Norina Schwendener

Keyword(s):

Behavior Change ◽

Social Marketing ◽

Evaluation Tool ◽

Change Behavior ◽

New Findings ◽

Communication Campaigns ◽

State Of Research ◽

The Many ◽

And Behavior ◽

The Impact

Many theories and models attempt to explain the mechanisms underlying human behavior. In order to maintain an overview of the many aspects involved in communication campaigns, social marketing, and behavior change, the Swiss Federal Office for Public Health has created a metamodel of the impact of its campaigns. This metamodel does not claim to contribute any new findings to behavioral research. Its purpose is primarily to summarize the current state of research in the field in a comprehensive and comprehensible way, with reference to a range of relevant communications, social marketing, and behavior change theories. Dimensions addressed include strategy, processes, and impact, with the final dimension demonstrating the possible ranges of impact from individual to societal and from information to behavior. Social marketers and campaign planners may find this model useful as a planning and evaluation tool for campaigns, programs, or interventions that seek to increase awareness or change behavior. Its focus lies on communication campaigns, while also indicating the limits of campaign efficacy. It makes it clear that campaigns are most effective at the early stages of the behavioral change process, such as capturing attention, while other interventions are more effective at later stages.

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