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Concepts from behavioral theories can guide clinicians in coaching for behavior change
Megan Knutson Sinaise1, Abigail Tran2, Heather M Johnson3
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine, University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, 1010 Mound Street, Madison, WI 53715, USA.
Patient Education and Counseling
|November 5, 2022
Summary
Clinicians can improve patient health behaviors by using coaching techniques grounded in Self-Determination Theory and Self-Regulation Theory. These theories offer practical strategies for promoting chronic illness management and better health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Science
- Health Psychology
- Clinical Practice
Background:
- Many patients struggle with health behaviors essential for managing chronic illnesses.
- Clinicians are well-positioned to promote health behaviors but may need enhanced coaching skills.
Purpose of the Study:
- Define health behavior coaching.
- Propose coaching concepts from Self-Determination Theory and Self-Regulation Theory.
- Explore theory-guided research for ambulatory care settings.
Main Methods:
- Discuss the complementary nature of Self-Determination Theory and Self-Regulation Theory for coaching.
- Present empirical evidence supporting these theories.
- Describe practical applications for clinicians.
Main Results:
- Self-Determination Theory guides clinician-patient interactions to meet psychological needs, fostering health behaviors.
- Self-Regulation Theory provides a framework for addressing key concepts in behavior change.
- Both theories are supported by rigorous research in adult ambulatory care.
Conclusions:
- Integrate Self-Determination Theory and Self-Regulation Theory into clinical practice for effective health behavior coaching.
- Enhance clinician skills to support patient behavior change for improved chronic illness management.
- Utilize theoretical frameworks to guide coaching interventions in ambulatory care.
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