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Facilitating dietary change: the patient-centered counseling model
M C Rosal1, C B Ebbeling, I Lofgren
1Department of Medicine, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester 01655, USA. Milagros.Rosal@umassmed.edu
Journal of the American Dietetic Association
|March 28, 2001
Summary
The patient-centered counseling model improves long-term dietary adherence by tailoring interventions to individual patient needs and challenges. This approach helps nutrition professionals guide patients toward better adherence to dietary plans.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral science
- Nutrition science
- Health psychology
Background:
- Dietary adherence is crucial for managing chronic conditions.
- Traditional dietary interventions often face challenges with long-term patient adherence.
- A need exists for adaptable counseling models in nutrition care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the patient-centered counseling model for nutrition professionals.
- To explain the theoretical foundations and application of this behavioral model.
- To highlight how this model enhances long-term dietary adherence.
Main Methods:
- The article describes a patient-centered counseling model.
- It outlines a 4-step process for nutrition professionals.
- The model is based on assessing patient needs, goals, and challenges.
Main Results:
- The patient-centered counseling model facilitates behavior change.
- Tailoring interventions to the patient's stage of change improves outcomes.
- This approach enhances long-term adherence to nutrition care plans.
Conclusions:
- The patient-centered counseling model is effective for improving dietary adherence.
- Nutrition professionals can utilize this model to personalize patient interventions.
- This behavioral approach supports sustained dietary changes and better health outcomes.
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