Health Behavior Change - From Theory to Practice

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This course explores the principles and practical applications of health behavior change, integrating foundational theories with real-world strategies to promote sustainable lifestyle improvements. Learners will examine key concepts such as motivation, self-efficacy, and self-determination theory, alongside the stages of behavior change model. Emphasis is placed on translating theory into practice through goal setting, progress tracking, and individualized interventions that enhance competence, autonomy, and relatedness. The course prepares participants to design and implement effective behavior change programs across diverse populations, including those with chronic health conditions.

What you will learn

• Understand basic behavior change theory and how this information is applicable to patients in clinical settings
• Explain key theories of health behavior change, including self-efficacy, self-determination theory, and the transtheoretical model, and how they influence motivation and action
• Apply practical strategies such as goal setting, progress tracking, and individualized support to promote and implement sustainable aspects of behavior change theory in practice for diverse populations
• Evaluate barriers, facilitators, and stages of change to design effective interventions that improve adherence and long-term health outcomes

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