Table 5 The Selected BCTs with descriptions
Behaviour Change Technique | BCT description |
|---|---|
Goal setting [1.1] | set or agree a goal defined in terms of behaviour to be achieved |
Action planning [1.4] | prompt detailed planning of performance of the behaviour must include at least one of the context, frequency, duration and intensity |
Review behaviour goals. [1.5] | review behaviour goals (s) jointly with the person and consider modifying goal(s) or behaviour change strategy in light of achievement |
Self- monitoring of behaviour [2.3] | Establish a method for a person to monitor and record their behaviour(s)as part of a behaviour change strategy |
Instruction to perform the behaviour [4.1] | advice or agree on how to perform behaviour |
Credible source [9.1] | present verbal or visual communication from a credible source in favour of or against the behaviour |
Written persuasion about capabilities [15.1] | inform the person that they can successfully perform the wanted behaviour |
Prompts and cues [7.1] | introduce or define environmental or social stimulus with the purpose of prompting or cueing the behaviour |
Feedback on behaviour [2.2] | monitor and provide informative or evaluative feedback on performance of the behaviour |
Information about health Consequence [5.1] | provide information (e.g. written,verbal, visual) about health consequence |