The transtheoretical model: an approach to behavioral change.
Facilitating change in the behavior of clients to encourage effective and consistent oral self-care behaviors has been a main focus in the delivery of dental hygiene care. The Transtheoretical Model proposes that individuals progress through a series of stages when intentionally changing a behavior. Individuals utilize stage specific processes of change. The level of decisional balance and self-efficacy of an individual impact progression through the stages. This paper reviews the development of the Transtheoretical Model, presents a description of the model, and provides suggested applications for dental hygiene practice.
Astroth
Deborah Bailey
DB
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry, Department of Dental Hygiene, Denver, Colorado, USA.
Cross-Poline
Gail N
GN
Stach
Donna J
DJ
Tilliss
Terri S I
TS
Annan
Sandra D
SD
D001521:Behavior Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D003657:Decision Making; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D008960:Models, Psychological; D009910:Oral Hygiene / Q000523:psychology*; D010349:Patient Compliance; D012648:Self Care / Q000523:psychology*; D020377:Self Efficacy