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Table 1 Example messages with associated Behaviour Change Technique (BCT) and code from the v1 taxonomy [11]

From: Understanding acceptability in the context of text messages to encourage medication adherence in people with type 2 diabetes

BCT

Example messages

BCT 1.4: Action Planning

Plan when, where and how you are going to take your medication.

BCT 15.1: Verbal persuasion about capability

If you are struggling with your diabetes tablets then don’t worry, you will be able to master it in time. You will get on top of it.

BCT 7.1: Prompts and cues

It can be difficult to remember to take your tablets. Why not set an alarm to remind you to take them?