De Young (1993) - Evaluation criteria

7 important questions on De Young (1993) - Evaluation criteria

Based on De Young et al, there are three groups of  behavioral change techniques, which one?

- information techniques (help understand why and how)
- positive motivational techniques (use of extrinsic motivation like rewards, money reinforcements ect0
- coercive techniques (Taxes, social pressure, outbanning products)

Measuring behavioral change technique's effectiveness by Young's criteria (5) RSSGD

- reliability
- speed of change
- specificity
- generality
- durability

How was the Ecoteam programm looks like?

- there was a workbook (information, specific advice)
- Feedback was given about the effects of the performed behavior
- People worked in ecoteams (support, information, social comparisson)
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What are characteristics of habitual behavior?

- less sensitive to information
- sensitive to behavioral influnece
- change depends on strength
- many habitual behavior are naturally

What were the variables of the behavioral change of the Ecoteam program?

- intention behavior
- habits  behavior
- social influence behavior

What was  the conclusion concerning changing habitual behavior?

Social influence can change habitual behavior

How was the Ecoteam program evaluated, based on the Young criteria?

- reliability ++
- specificity +/-
- speed +
- generality ++
- duration +++

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