Table 3 Behavioral change strategies of the HIP active intervention
From: Hypertension Improvement Project (HIP): study protocol and implementation challenges
Strategy | Definition |
|---|---|
Frequent contact | Attend weekly sessions for 20 weeks. |
Group interaction and social support | Sessions were highly interactive and minimally didactic; participants were encouraged to share experiences that led to patient modeling behavior; they also were encouraged to help each other solve problems. |
Goal setting and self-monitoring | Emphasis placed on individual's ability to regulate his/her behavior by setting goals and monitoring progress towards the goals. Participants kept records of dietary intake, physical activity, and medication usage at least 3 days a week. Records were reviewed by the interventionist to provide feedback and encourage or support participant's behavior change. |
Identification of barriers and problem-solving | Interventions were patient-centered; interventionist assisted participant in identifying his/her own barriers and generating solutions. |
Motivational interviewing | Patient-centered counseling emphasized support of self-efficacy and optimism for change; included reflective listening, objective feedback, and respect. |