Question 1

A personal contract for behaviour change includes all of the following details,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

The personal contract for behaviour change includes the date you will start, the steps you will take to measure progress, and the strategies you plan to use to promote change. However, rewards for good behaviour are not always included in a personal contract for behaviour change. They can be helpful but are not a necessary component.

Question 2

All of the following are important aspects of well-being that you may not be able to control,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Smoking status is an aspect of well-being that individuals can control through their lifestyle choices, unlike heredity, environment, and access to health care, which are largely beyond an individual's control.

Question 3

Environmental challenges that we currently face include all of the following,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Under population is not considered an environmental challenge as it refers to a decrease in the number of people in a particular area, which may have economic and social implications, but does not directly impact the environment. The other choices, air and water pollution, traffic congestion, and global warming, are all significant environmental challenges that we currently face.

Question 4

The 'S' in SMART goals stands for

Accepted Answer

The 'S' in SMART goals stands for Specific, which means that the goal should be clearly defined and specific rather than being vague or general.

Question 5

If you tell yourself,"I couldn't exercise because Dave was hogging the treadmill" you are

Accepted Answer

The answer of If you tell yourself,"I couldn't exercise because...

Question 6

The 'M' in SMART goals stands for

Accepted Answer

The 'M' in SMART goals stands for measurable. This means that goals should be quantifiable and have a way to determine progress and success.

Question 7

Barriers to health behaviour change progress may include all of the following,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Excess effort is not typically considered a barrier to health behaviour change progress. Social influences, stress barriers, and levels of motivation and commitment are common obstacles that can hinder progress towards behaviour change goals.

Question 8

If Carla succeeds in improving her target area of wellness,she will most likely see a corresponding improvement in her _______________ wellness.

Accepted Answer

The target area of wellness is likely to have an impact on emotional wellness, as emotional wellness is closely linked to physical health and the ability to cope with stress and challenges. Improving one area of wellness is likely to have a positive impact on other areas as well, but emotional wellness is the most closely tied to physical health.

Question 9

When devising a plan of action for behaviour change,all of the following are important steps,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

While rewarding others can be a helpful strategy in encouraging positive behavior change, it is not always necessary or applicable in every situation. A, B, and C are all key steps in creating a plan of action for behavior change, as they involve identifying necessary resources, changing environmental factors that may contribute to negative behaviors, and establishing supportive habits, respectively.

Question 10

When devising a plan of action for behaviour change,all of the following are important steps,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

It is not recommended to change multiple behaviours simultaneously as it can be overwhelming and difficult to sustain. It is better to focus on one behaviour change at a time. Rewarding yourself, involving the people around you, and planning for challenges are all essential steps in devising a plan of action for behaviour change.

Question 11

Carla made a plan to spend more time with her friends but found that her plan didn't seem to be working too well.Which of the following is the most likely reason that Carla's plan is not working as she expected?

Accepted Answer

It is likely that Carla made a plan without first monitoring and evaluating her schedule, as she is finding it difficult to spend more time with her friends. Without knowing what commitments she already has, it is difficult to make a plan that realistically fits into her schedule.

Question 12

The stages of change model is most accurately described as a ______________ model.

Accepted Answer

The stages of change model, also known as the Transtheoretical Model, is most accurately described as a spiral model. This is because individuals often cycle through the stages of change multiple times, making progress with each cycle, rather than moving in a straight line or circle.

Question 13

If you tell yourself,"I wanted to go swimming today but wouldn't have had time to wash my hair afterward" you are

Accepted Answer

Rationalizing is the act of attempting to justify or explain one's behavior or actions in a logical manner, often to avoid feeling guilty or responsible for a negative outcome. In this example, the individual is explaining why they did not go swimming, but doing so in a manner that makes sense and justifies their decision.

Question 14

If you tell yourself,"It's Friday already,I might as well wait until Monday to start" you are

Accepted Answer

By telling oneself to wait until Monday, one is delaying the task at hand, which is a classic behavior of procrastination.

Question 15

Carla's desire to spend more time with her friends indicates that she needs to improve her level of _______________ wellness.

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal wellness refers to the quality and depth of relationships a person has with others. Carla's desire to spend more time with her friends suggests that she feels a need for deeper connections with others and therefore would benefit from improving her interpersonal wellness.

Question 16

Carla realized and corrected her mistake.What can Carla do to ensure that she will continue to have enough time to have fun with her friends without compromising any area of wellness?

Accepted Answer

Being flexible with her time and acknowledging that obstacles may occasionally disrupt her plans will allow Carla to balance her commitments without feeling guilty or overwhelmed. This way, she can still make time for her friends while fulfilling her responsibilities as a student and campus participant. Establishing set times and days may become too rigid and eliminate the spontaneity of spending time with friends. Eliminating some of her participation in campus activities may negatively impact her personal and professional growth. Telling her friends to participate in campus activities may not be feasible or enjoyable for them.

Question 17

The 'T' in SMART goals stands for

Accepted Answer

The 'T' in SMART goals stands for "time-frame specific," indicating that goals should have a clearly defined timeline for completion.

Question 18

The 'A' in SMART goals stands for

Accepted Answer

The answer of The 'A' in SMART goals stands for
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Question 19

Taking your focus off the real problem and denying responsibility for your own actions is referred to as

Accepted Answer

Blaming involves deflecting responsibility for one's actions onto others or external factors, rather than addressing the actual problem. Rationalizing involves creating excuses or justifications for one's actions, which can be similar but doesn't necessarily involve shifting blame. Procrastinating involves delaying action altogether, which is different from denying responsibility. Justifying can be similar to rationalizing, but doesn't necessarily involve denying responsibility as much as providing reasons for one's actions.

Question 20

The 'R' in SMART goals stands for

Accepted Answer

The 'R' in SMART goals stands for realistic, meaning that the goal should be achievable and within reach.

Quiz 1: Taking Charge of Your Health

A personal contract for behaviour change includes all of the following details,EXCEPT

All of the following are important aspects of well-being that you may not be able to control,EXCEPT

Environmental challenges that we currently face include all of the following,EXCEPT

The 'S' in SMART goals stands for

If you tell yourself,"I couldn't exercise because Dave was hogging the treadmill" you are

The 'M' in SMART goals stands for

Barriers to health behaviour change progress may include all of the following,EXCEPT

If Carla succeeds in improving her target area of wellness,she will most likely see a corresponding improvement in her _______________ wellness.

When devising a plan of action for behaviour change,all of the following are important steps,EXCEPT

When devising a plan of action for behaviour change,all of the following are important steps,EXCEPT

Carla made a plan to spend more time with her friends but found that her plan didn't seem to be working too well.Which of the following is the most likely reason that Carla's plan is not working as she expected?

The stages of change model is most accurately described as a ______________ model.

If you tell yourself,"I wanted to go swimming today but wouldn't have had time to wash my hair afterward" you are

If you tell yourself,"It's Friday already,I might as well wait until Monday to start" you are

Carla's desire to spend more time with her friends indicates that she needs to improve her level of _______________ wellness.

Carla realized and corrected her mistake.What can Carla do to ensure that she will continue to have enough time to have fun with her friends without compromising any area of wellness?

The 'T' in SMART goals stands for

The 'A' in SMART goals stands for

Taking your focus off the real problem and denying responsibility for your own actions is referred to as

The 'R' in SMART goals stands for