September 2016 PMID 26991427

Habitual instigation and habitual execution: Definition, measurement, and effects on behaviour frequency.

Benjamin Gardner, L Alison Phillips, Gaby Judah

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Peak: 2 in Dec 2022
across 3 sources since May 2020

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The discussions indicate that while the original article remains relevant, participants recognize that newer research, such as a 2021 paper, offers updated perspectives, shown by phrases like 'a useful relevant update' and mentions of how understanding has 'moved on,' highlighting a moderate interest and engagement level through referencing scholarly follow-ups.

AgreementModerate agreement

The discussions show general agreement that the core ideas of the publication are still relevant, with references to the validity of its claims and acknowledgment that more recent research builds on its concepts.

InterestModerate interest

Participants demonstrate moderate interest, mentioning updates to the field and considering newer studies, but not deeply exploring the implications.

EngagementModerate engagement

The comments reflect some level of engagement through referencing related literature and sharing opinions, yet lack detailed analysis or extensive discourse.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations suggest the publication's influence remains noteworthy, especially in guiding current understandings and pointing to subsequent research, though not a transformative shift.

Abstract in brief

  • The article discusses two types of habits in health behaviors: habitual instigation, which triggers the start of an action, and habitual execution, which automates the steps to complete that action.
  • It highlights that the Self-Report Habit Index (SRHI) mainly measures habitual instigation, which is more strongly linked to actual health behaviors like flossing or eating breakfast, compared to habitual execution.
  • The findings suggest that health interventions might be more effective if they focus on disrupting or changing habitual instigation patterns rather than just the execution of behaviors.

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Peps
@PepsMccrea · X

@rachelgmarks @dffeldon Fair enough Rachel, 2007 isn't so recent these days! I still think lots of the claims are valid, although our understanding of the role of cues has moved on a bit: https://t.co/4kRGMW8t3q This @profbeckyallen et al 2021 paper a useful relevant update: https://t.co/eWwc4Cf3DV

Dec 15, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 39,453 followers View post →
David Feldon
@dffeldon · X

RT @PepsMccrea: @rachelgmarks @dffeldon Fair enough Rachel, 2007 isn't so recent these days! I still think lots of the claims are valid, a…

Dec 15, 2022 · 1 share · 687 followers View post →

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David Feldon
@dffeldon · X

RT @PepsMccrea: @rachelgmarks @dffeldon Fair enough Rachel, 2007 isn't so recent these days! I still think lots of the claims are valid, a…

Dec 15, 2022 · 1 share · 687 followers View post →
Peps
@PepsMccrea · X

@rachelgmarks @dffeldon Fair enough Rachel, 2007 isn't so recent these days! I still think lots of the claims are valid, although our understanding of the role of cues has moved on a bit: https://t.co/4kRGMW8t3q This @profbeckyallen et al 2021 paper a useful relevant update: https://t.co/eWwc4Cf3DV

Dec 15, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 39,453 followers View post →