Behavior change (individual)

A behavioral change can be a temporary or permanent effect that is considered a change in an individual's behavior when compared to previous behavior. It is often considered a mental disorder. This change is generally characterized by abnormal thinking, interpretations, emotions, or changing relationships.[1][2] Medications can cause this change as a side effect.[3][4] The interaction between physiological processes and their effect on individual behavior is the basis of psychophysiology.

Psychological treatment

In many cases, a person can exhibit behaviors that are harmful. Behavior modification is one method used to correct harmful behaviors.[5] Cognitive behavioral therapy can be used in the effort to change the behavior of an individual. It requires the willing participation of the individual being counseled to be effective. Training of counselors and their interventions can increase the likelihood of behavioral changes in those they counsel.[6]

Clinical significance

In some instances, the reaction to a medication is an expected effect. In other instances, a behavior change may indicate that the dosage of medication is at a toxic level, or is an indication of hypersensitivity to the medication. Geriatric patients are more susceptible to these effects.[3][4]

References

  1. ↑ van der Linden, S. (2013). "A Response to Dolan. In A. Oliver (Ed.)" (PDF). pp. 209–2015. Retrieved April 15, 2017.
  2. ↑ "Mental disorders". World Health Organization. WHO. Retrieved 15 April 2017.
  3. 1 2 "Eszopiclone" (PDF). F.A. Davis. 2017. Retrieved April 15, 2017.
  4. 1 2 "Zolpidem" (PDF). F.A. Davis. Retrieved April 15, 2017.
  5. ↑ Publications, Harvard Health. "Why behavior change is hard - and why you should keep trying - Harvard Health".
  6. ↑ "Theories of Behavior Change, CommGAP Theories of Behavior Change" (PDF). The World Bank. nd. Retrieved 9 May 2017.


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