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Table 1 Categories of behaviour change techniques identified within BFO

From: Using the Behavior Change Technique Taxonomy v1 to conceptualize the clinical content of Breaking Free Online: a computer-assisted therapy program for substance use disorders

 

Techniques contained within BFO

BCTTv1 categories

Node-link mapping/psychoeducation

Motivational enhancement

Implementation intentions

Cognitive restructuring/mind traps

Reward and reinforcement

Refusal and assertiveness skills

Harm reduction

Activity scheduling

Self-monitoring

Emotional regulation

Coping strategy enhancement

Relapse prevention

Crisis management

Goal setting

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy

1) Goals and planning

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X

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X

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X

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X

X

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X

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2) Feedback and monitoring

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X

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3) Social support

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X

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X

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4) Shaping knowledge

X

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X

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X

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X

5) Natural consequences

X

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-

X

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X

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6) Comparison of behaviour

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7) Associations

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8) Repetition and substitution

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X

X

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X

X

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X

9) Comparison of outcomes

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10) Reward and threat

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X

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X

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11) Regulation

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X

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X

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X

12) Antecedents

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X

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X

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13) Identity

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X

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14) Scheduled consequences

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X

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15) Self-belief

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X

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16) Covert learning

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