Table 2 Developing the content of the patient intervention using theoretical constructs from Michie et al. [46]
Behavioural change technique associated with key TDF domains | Application of theory to intervention content |
|---|---|
Persuasive communication. | Warm and empathetic tone. |
Information regarding behaviour/outcome. | Question and answer format, correcting myths and misunderstandings about screening/its outcomes:  • distinguish myths from facts;  • address age-related questions about the screening process. |
Stress management. | Illustrate importance of rapport with practitioner/sensitivity of practitioner to experiences of women over 50. |
Modelling/demonstration of behaviour by others. Social processes of encouragement, pressure, support. | Use social influences meaningful to women over 50/role modelling of discussing and attending screening by people they can relate to. |