ABCs of Behavior
This letter in the ABC model represents triggers that occur before eating
Antecedents (A)
In this step, the counselor seeks to understand what the patient already knows.
Assess
Using the word “stop” to interrupt recurring negative thoughts.
Thought of Stopping
A formal agreement that defines goals, timeline, and rewards.
A visual nutrition guide using a divided plate created by the USDA.
MyPlate
These are the positive or negative outcomes that occur after eating
In this step, health risks and benefits of change are discussed.
A mindset focused on identifying and capturing possibilities.
Opportunity Thinking
A four-step method using S.T.O.P to overcome barriers.
Problem-solving
A food group plan developed to reduce high blood pressure.
DASH Food Plan
The model that breaks eating behaviors into triggers, actions, and outcomes.
ABC model
This step involves setting SMART goals collaboratively.
Agree
Irrational negative thought patterns that sabotage goals.
Cognitive Distortions
Positive reinforcement that should be timely and non-food related.
Rewards
This system organizes foods by carbohydrate, protein, and fat proportions.
Choose Your Foods
In the ABC model, this refers to the actual act of eating (who, what, when, where, speed)
This step helps the patient address barriers and choose action steps.
Assist
A technique that challenges destructive thoughts and replaces them with healthier ones.
Cognitive Restructuring
Replacing a problem behavior with a healthier alternative.
Countering
Name two of the six food management tools.
What are Meal Replacement, Detailed Menus & Meal Plans, Food Lists for Weight Management, MyPlate/DASH/MIND Diet, Goal Setting, or Medications? (Any two)
This concept explains how a trigger can lead to a behavior that is reinforced by its consequences, increasing the likelihood it will happen again.
Behavior Chain
This final step includes follow-up and next steps.
Arrange
Negative thoughts that block success.
Obstacle Thinking
This strategy targets antecedents by altering the environment to reduce triggers.
Cue Management
This tool involves structured, pre-planned eating patterns to support weight management.
Detailed Menus & Meal Plans