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Coaction reliably occurs more in the presence of Transtheoretical-Model based multiple behavior change interventions.
Using the Transtheoretical Model can enhance the effectiveness of behavior change interventions.
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This study demonstrates that despite considerable variability in study design, coaction reliably occurs more in the presence of Transtheoretical-Model based multiple behavior change interventions.
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Based on data from three randomized trials.
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Coaction in multiple behavior change interventions: Consistency across multiple studies on weight management and obesity prevention.
Sara S. Johnson et al. · Health Psychology · 2013
DOI 10.1037/a0034215
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