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The following is the Steps to Behavior Change model:
1. Knowledge:
One first learns about a new behavior.
 Recalls information with him/herself
 Understands what information means
 Can identify source of information for getting more information and can name health
products/services that can be used for his/her personal needs
2. Approval:
One then approves of the new behavior.
 Responds favorably to information
 Discusses the information with personal network (family and friends)
 Thinks family, friends and community approve of the behavior/message
3. Intention:
Approves of the information Intention: One then believes this behavior is beneficial to
them and intends to adopt it.
 Recognizes that adopting the new behavior can meet a personal need
 Reads / Learns more about the new behavior
 Intends to practice the behavior at some time i.e. identify the time
4. Practice:
One then practices the new behavior.
 Goes to a provider for information / supplies / services
 Chooses a coach if necessary
 Continues the new behavior
5. Advocacy:
One promotes the new behavior through their social networks as a satisfied user.
 Experiences and acknowledges personal benefits of the behavior