Stress II Quiz

1. Dr. Ott identifies three keys to lasting behavior change.
#1 Clearly define the healthy behavior you want to increase
#2 Know what triggers the behavior you want to change.
What is the third key?

A. Know that if you repeat the behavior for longer than 14 days, it will become ingrained and you will be able to continue the behavior.

B. Understand the consequences of the behavior

2. In order to effectively change lifestyle behaviors you need to set a goal for the behavior that you want to achieve. The behavior must be observable and       .

A. Rewardable

B. Repeatable

C. Measurable

3. Behavioral research indicates that steps that produce an 80-90% rate of successful completion are most likely to lead to continued effort toward the desired goal.

A. True

B. False

4. When initiating a new healthy behavior, no step toward that goal is too small.

A. True

B. False

5. Using reinforcements or rewards is one way to help effectively change lifestyle behaviors. Which of the following is necessary when using rewards (Select the BEST answer)?

A. Identify effective reinforcers and apply these consistently.

B. Shape new behaviors as needed and reduce unhealthy behaviors by reinforcing competing responses.

C. A and B

6. Lapses and relapses may occur when trying to distinguish unhealthful behaviors. Which of the following statements does Dr. Ott use to describe lapses and relapses?

A. Separate lapses from relapses; expect a lapse but prevent a relapse.

B. Separate lapses from relapses; expect a lapse and a relapse.