Question 1

John has maintained his healthy body weight by exercising regularly and eating right for over five years. He is considered to be in the _____ stage of the transtheoretical model.

Accepted Answer

The answer of John has maintained his healthy body weight...

Question 2

Relapse in the transtheoretical model:

Accepted Answer

Relapse in the transtheoretical model is not considered a failure but a part of the process of change, and it can occur at any stage as individuals work towards modifying their behavior.

Question 3

Saying, "I'll deal with the consequences later" demonstrates the _____ barrier to change.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Saying, "I'll deal with the consequences later"...

Question 4

People with an internal locus of control:

Accepted Answer

The answer of People with an internal locus of control:
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Question 5

To manage his weight, John stopped eating at McDonald's. He has been packing a fruit, a turkey or tuna sandwich, and a bottle of water for lunch for four months. He is considered to be in the _____ stage of the transtheoretical model.

Accepted Answer

John is in the action stage of the transtheoretical model because he has actively changed his behavior (stopped eating at McDonald's and started packing a healthier lunch) for a period of time (four months), which aligns with the characteristics of the action stage.

Question 6

John does not believe that he will get lung cancer from smoking cigarettes, so he does not want to quit smoking. John is in the _____ stage of the transtheoretical model.

Accepted Answer

John is in the precontemplation stage because he does not recognize that his smoking is a problem, indicating he is not yet considering change.

Question 7

The solution to problems of competence is to:

Accepted Answer

Mastering the skills needed to participate is the solution to problems of competence.

Question 8

Problems of motivation, one of the three impediments that can keep one from quitting smoking, arise when an individual:

Accepted Answer

Motivation problems occur when an individual does not believe smoking causes any harm, as this belief undermines the incentive to quit.

Question 9

Being overwhelmed by all the changes needed for a healthy lifestyle is the _____ barrier to change.

Accepted Answer

The complexity barrier refers to feeling overwhelmed by all the changes required for a healthy lifestyle, making it difficult to start or maintain those changes.

Question 10

People with an external locus of control:

Accepted Answer

People with an external locus of control believe that their successes or failures result from external factors beyond their control, such as luck, fate, or other people's actions, rather than their own efforts or abilities. This is why they might say things happen by chance.

Question 11

Problems with confidence, one of the three impediments that can keep one from quitting smoking, arise when an individual does not:

Accepted Answer

Confidence issues in quitting smoking primarily stem from a lack of belief in one's ability to quit. This self-doubt can significantly hinder the quitting process, as believing in oneself is a crucial step towards successful cessation.

Question 12

Which of the following theories/models proposes that behavior change is influenced by the environment, self-efficacy, and characteristics of the behavior itself?

Accepted Answer

Social Cognitive Theory, developed by Albert Bandura, emphasizes the importance of observing and modeling the behaviors, attitudes, and emotional reactions of others. It suggests that behavior change is influenced by environmental factors, personal factors (such as cognition, emotions, and biological events), and behavior itself, incorporating the concept of self-efficacy, or one's belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task.

Question 13

During the contemplation stage of the transtheoretical model, people usually:

Accepted Answer

In the contemplation stage of the transtheoretical model, individuals are aware of the need for change and are considering making a change but have not yet committed to taking action. They often weigh the pros and cons of changing behavior during this stage.

Question 14

The belief that unhealthy behaviors might harm others but not oneself is a(n) _____ barrier to change.

Accepted Answer

Illusions of invincibility refer to the belief that one is immune to the consequences of risky or unhealthy behaviors that affect others, acting as a barrier to change because the individual does not perceive the personal risk.

Question 15

Obtaining information about the problem so you can make a better decision about the problem behavior is:

Accepted Answer

Consciousness-raising involves increasing awareness about the causes, consequences, and remedies for a problem, which helps in making informed decisions about problem behaviors.

Question 16

During the _____, the person continues the new behavior for up to five years.

Accepted Answer

During the maintenance stage of behavior change, the individual has already made significant changes in their behavior and works to maintain these changes for up to five years or more. This stage is focused on consolidating the gains from earlier stages and preventing relapse.

Question 17

Critical in the move from the precontemplation stage to the contemplation stage of the transtheoretical model is for the individual to:

Accepted Answer

In the transtheoretical model of behavior change, moving from the precontemplation stage (not yet acknowledging that there is a problem behavior that needs to be changed) to the contemplation stage (starting to recognize that there is a problem but not yet ready or sure of wanting to make a change) involves becoming educated about the problem. This awareness and education about the consequences and nature of their behavior can motivate an individual to consider change.

Question 18

The action stage of the transtheoretical model:

Accepted Answer

The action stage of the transtheoretical model indeed requires the greatest commitment of time and energy, as it involves actively changing behavior and maintaining new behaviors.

Question 19

The belief that our destiny is in our genes is the _____ barrier to change.

Accepted Answer

The belief that our destiny is in our genes reflects a sense of indifference and helplessness, suggesting that individuals feel they cannot change their fate due to their genetic makeup. This mindset acts as a barrier to change by promoting a passive acceptance of one's circumstances.

Question 20

Falsely concluding that their lifestyle is healthy, people employ the _____ barrier to change.

Accepted Answer

Rationalization is when people justify their unhealthy habits by convincing themselves that their lifestyle is healthy, thus creating a barrier to change.

Quiz 2: Behavior Modification