goals. Individual self-efficacy in any specific behaviour may be
increased through provision of 1) exposure to mastery experiences
(successful experiences in the behaviour of interest), 2)
vicarious learning (modelling or observing others performing
similar tasks), 3) receiving physiological feedback following
achievement of the behaviour of interest (physiological signs),
and 4) verbal persuasion (receiving positive feedback) (Bandura,
1998). From this theoretical perspective, what people believe
Approaches to behaviour change informed by Self-Managed
Care help people to develop self-esteemregarding their abilities
in the behaviours of interest, gain insight into their own behavioural
triggers, and develop the knowledge and confidence to
make healthy choices (McGowan, 2005). Motivational
Interviewing is an approach that facilitates self-management
by assisting the person to identify discrepancies between
beliefs and actions, and participate in the development of care
goals (Rollnick & Miller, 1995).