Title
Facilitating dietary change: the patient-centered counseling model
UMMS Affiliation
Department of Medicine, Division of Preventive and Behavioral Medicine; Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
Date
3-2001
Document Type
Article
Subjects
Behavior Therapy; Counseling; Dietetics; Food Habits; Health Promotion; Humans; *Models, Psychological; *Patient Compliance; Patient-Centered Care
Disciplines
Life Sciences | Medicine and Health Sciences | Women's Studies
Abstract
Recent data indicate that the patient-centered counseling model enhances long-term dietary adherence. This model facilitates change by assessing patient needs and subsequently tailoring the intervention to the patient's stage in the process of change, personal goals, and unique challenges. This article describes this model, including its theoretical foundations, a 4-step counseling process, and applications. This behavioral counseling model can help nutrition professionals enhance patient adherence to nutrition care plans and dietary guidelines.
Rights and Permissions
Citation: J Am Diet Assoc. 2001 Mar;101(3):332-41. Link to article on publisher's site
Related Resources
PubMed ID
11269614
