Behavioral change is about altering habits and behaviors for the long term. The majority of research around health-related behaviors (Davis, Campbell, Hildon, Hobbs, & Michie, 2… See more

There are many theories about behavior and behavior change. In a literature review by Davis et al. (2015), researchers identified 82 theories of behavior change applicable t… See more

Theories can be used to build models and frameworks that have more practical applications and can be used to develop interventions. Three frequently occurring models ar… See more

In a fascinating study, Verplanken and Roy (2016) tested the habit discontinuity hypothesis, which suggests behavioral changes are more likely to be effective when unde… See more

The process of change can seem daunting, and many people find it difficult. It is important to remember that change is a process and not a one-off event. It can be difficult to … See more