Psychological Drivers of Change Dr. Lisa McNally Consultant in Public Health

What psychological factors drive behaviour change...? Perceived Benefits of Change Perceived Barriers Against Change So what’s the problem…?

What psychological factors drive behaviour change...? Perceived Benefits of Change Perceived Barriers Against Change Self Efficacy Perceived Norms & Values Perceived Control Stage of Change (action vs contemplation) Beliefs about ‘messenger’ Behaviour Change Checklist….

What psychological factors drive behaviour change...? Perceived Benefits of Change Perceived Barriers Against Change Self Efficacy Perceived Norms & Values Perceived Control Stage of Change (action vs contemplation) Beliefs about ‘messenger’ BUT WHAT’S MISSING…?

What psychological factors drive behaviour change...? Perceived Benefits of Change Perceived Barriers Against Change Self Efficacy Perceived Norms & Values Perceived Control Stage of Change (action vs contemplation) Beliefs about ‘messenger’ Impulse! Low Mood & Stress

Stress & Mood Management

Evidence suggests potential effectiveness of adding CBT elements to behaviour change programmes (Kapson & Haaga 2010). Useful tool: based on Albert Ellis’ ‘Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy’ (REBT) (Ellis, 1962): This strategy simply involves some brief instructions and the client keeping a mood or thought ‘diary’. A ‘craving diary’ can work well too.

“My friend didn’t call me when she said she would.” “I must have upset her and now she’s gone off me.” “I feel low and angry. I best avoid her for a while.” “My friend didn’t call me when she said she would.” “She must be busy – maybe she’s still at work” “ No problem, I can call her tomorrow.”