Psychology of Behavior Change

What type of motivation is driven by personal enjoyment and satisfaction?

Intrinsic motivation

Which of the following is an example of an open-ended question? A. "Have you ever seen a doctor for a heart condition?" B. "Do you want to begin your fitness program today?" C. "How did you first notice that you were gaining weight?" D. "Is your favorite color blue?"

"How did you first notice that you were gaining weight?"

What type of goal is open to interpretation by the client as opposed to being supported by measurable data?

A subjective goal

What does the "A" in SMART goals stand for?

Achievable

What stage of change is someone in if they are engaging in a new behavior and have been doing so for less than six months?

Action

What is the definition of behavior?

An action that can be observed, measured, and modified.

Which psychological need in the Self-Determination Theory (SDT) is described as the basic need to feel in control of one's own behavior and goals?

Autonomy

When communicating with clients, what type of communication must be constructive and effective to improve competence?

Feedback

What stage of change is someone in if they are in denial or ignorant to the fact that a change may be necessary?

Pre-contemplation

What type of goal is focused on the necessary steps to achieve it?

Process goal