Table 3 Summary of change techniques used to target predictor variables by disclosure behaviour.
Behaviour targeted | Predictor variable targeted | Method used to influence behaviour |
|---|---|---|
Finding out what the patient already knows or suspects | Subjective norm | Persuasive communication |
| Â | Self-efficacy | Modelling |
Using the actual words 'dementia' or 'Alzheimer's disease' | Subjective norm | Persuasive communication |
| Â | Self-efficacy | Modelling |
| Â | Self-efficacy | Graded task |
| Â | Self-efficacy | Action planning |
Exploring what diagnosis means to patient | Subjective norm | Persuasive communication |
| Â | Self-efficacy | Modelling |
Overall disclosure behaviour | Subjective norm | Persuasive communication |
| Â | Beliefs about consequences (attitude) | Persuasive communication |
| Â | Perceived Behavioural Control | Environmental changes |