Transtheoretical Model(TTM)

Transtheoretical Model(TTM)

1. Precontemplation(40%)

   • No intent to take action/change behavior

2. Contemplation(40%)

   • Intention to change maybe within the next 6 months. Consider pros & cons

3. Preparation (20%)

   • Intention to take action in the immediate future, say in the next month

4. Action

   • A specific, relevant modification to behavior is made in the past six months

5. Maintenance

   • Striving to maintain, change, prevent relapse. Usually considered as 6 months or more

6. Termination

   • Individual no longer "succumbs to temptation" and has self-efficacy about maintenance