In reviewing his evening snack intake, Nathan realizes that he often rewards himself with a scoop of ice cream when he feels he has had a difficult day or has worked especially hard. To improve this behavior Nathan may benefit from ___________________.
a) chain-breaking
b) self-monitoring
c) stages of change
d) cognitive restructuring
Self-monitoring can be used to improve the desired behaviour or change in lifestyle. The self-rewarding and self-punishment are used in the process to achieve a particular desired goal. Nathan benefits by monitoring himself the way he wanted to change and work on the desired goal. Option b is the correct answer.
In reviewing his evening snack intake, Nathan realizes that he often rewards himself with a scoop...