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September 2021 PMID 33405284

Habit formation following routine-based versus time-based cue planning: A randomized controlled trial.

Jan Keller, Dominika Kwasnicka, Patrick Klaiber, Lena Sichert, Phillippa Lally, Lena Fleig

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40
Peak: 4 in Mar 2021
across 5 sources since Jan 2021

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30,335
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Jan 2021 – Jan 2026

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What people are saying

The overall sentiment reflects a positive reception, with discussions referencing specific details from the article, such as the two-month habit formation period, and emphasizing the importance of planning; the tone combines curiosity and recognition of the research's relevance, contributing to a moderate positive engagement and perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge that both routine-based and time-based approaches are equally effective, emphasizing the importance of having a plan.

InterestHigh interest

Several posts express curiosity about the duration of habit formation and practical implications, showing high interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts reference specific findings, such as the average habit formation time of two months, and share links to further information, indicating active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight the significance of the research in understanding behavior change, with some calling it a 'game changer' for health interventions.

Abstract in brief

  • This study tested whether linking healthy eating habits to daily routines or specific times helps people develop automatic healthy behaviors.
  • Both routine-based and time-based cues increased how automatic and ingrained the behaviors became, but there was no significant difference between the two methods.
  • Repeating the behavior in response to the cue was essential for forming habits, and it generally took about 59 days for participants to develop fully automatic habits.]
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Wendy Wood
@ProfWendyWood · X

Citation: https://t.co/otTni9I5Xh

Sep 20, 2021 · 3 likes · 6,590 followers View post →
Nedra Weinreich
@Nedra · X

What's the best way to form a nutrition-related habit - linking it to an existing routine or using a time-based cue? Apparently both work about the same, but having a plan is key. Average time for the behavior to become automatic? About 2 months. https://t.co/P3k4qtKXnY

Mar 24, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 5,530 followers View post →
SBM Theory
@SBMTheory · X

Interested in how long it takes to form a habit and/or the trajectories of habit formation? Check out this recent publication from SIG member @dkwasnicka: https://t.co/bZzuOGuxLb

Mar 9, 2021 · 2 likes · 1,025 followers View post →
Wendy Wood
@ProfWendyWood · X

Citation: https://t.co/otTni9I5Xh

Sep 17, 2021 · 1 like · 6,590 followers View post →
りん@エビデンスに基づく人生デザイン
@doctor-rin.bsky.social · Bluesky

以前紹介した健康的食習慣の習慣化についての研究を覚えていますか？ ダイエット、筋トレ、日記、続かなかった方もいると思います。 続けるために必要なのはきっかけではありませんでした！ Habit formation following routine-based versus time-based cue planning: A randomized controlled trial. #voicy #エビデンスに基づく人生デザイン #未来への手紙 #研究論文 #リフレクション www.instagram.com/reel/DHMn6mb...

Mar 14, 2025 · 1 like View post →
UCL Discovery
@ucl_discovery · X

Open Access UCL Research: Habit formation following routine-based versus time-based cue planning: A randomized controlled trial https://t.co/flKcbxecGO

Jan 19, 2021 · 2,520 followers View post →

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@Tatsuki6_h0729 · X

今回は「やる気キープに効く科学的習慣5選」をご紹介！ 【引用論文】 ①https://t.co/dRsqDquWcS ②https://t.co/f90KGetT9I ③https://t.co/oeVmbXIVpG ④https://t.co/ZuVZU33Sak ⑤https://t.co/vkBugP6Mtz #筋トレ #論文 #継続習慣 #やる気UP #習慣化 https://t.co/n1sipVJHOF

Jul 1, 2025 · 37 followers View post →
りん@エビデンスに基づく人生デザイン
@doctor-rin.bsky.social · Bluesky

以前紹介した健康的食習慣の習慣化についての研究を覚えていますか？ ダイエット、筋トレ、日記、続かなかった方もいると思います。 続けるために必要なのはきっかけではありませんでした！ Habit formation following routine-based versus time-based cue planning: A randomized controlled trial. #voicy #エビデンスに基づく人生デザイン #未来への手紙 #研究論文 #リフレクション www.instagram.com/reel/DHMn6mb...

Mar 14, 2025 · 1 like View post →
りん@エビデンスに基づく人生デザイン
@doctor-rin.bsky.social · Bluesky

2021研究では、高校生を対象に、リフレーミング技法を用いたグループカウンセリングが、自己攻撃 行動を減らす効果があるかどうかを検証しました。 Habit formation following routine-based versus time-based cue planning: A randomized controlled trial. www.instagram.com/stories/evid... #voicy #エビデンスに基づく人生デザイン #自傷 #研究論文 #心理学 #リフレクション #ワークショップ #認知行動療法  #ジャーナリング #リフレーミング

Mar 12, 2025 View post →
Scott L. Leek
@ScottLLeek · X

“Objectives Habit formation has been identified as one of the key determinants of behaviour change. To initiate habit formation, self-regulation interventions can support individuals to form a cue-behaviour plan and to repeatedly…https://t.co/oGxqu0TaMF https://t.co/UfA1Yzv4gj

May 14, 2023 · 47 followers View post →
Wendy Wood
@ProfWendyWood · X

Citation: https://t.co/otTni9I5Xh

Sep 20, 2021 · 3 likes · 6,590 followers View post →
Wendy Wood
@ProfWendyWood · X

Citation: https://t.co/otTni9I5Xh

Sep 17, 2021 · 1 like · 6,590 followers View post →
Yael Bar-Zeev, MD, MPH, PhD
@yaelbarzeev · X

RT @Nedra: What's the best way to form a nutrition-related habit - linking it to an existing routine or using a time-based cue? Apparently…

Mar 24, 2021 · 1 share · 1,584 followers View post →
Nedra Weinreich
@Nedra · X

What's the best way to form a nutrition-related habit - linking it to an existing routine or using a time-based cue? Apparently both work about the same, but having a plan is key. Average time for the behavior to become automatic? About 2 months. https://t.co/P3k4qtKXnY

Mar 24, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 5,530 followers View post →
Garret Major
@Garret_Major_ · X

Habit formation took on average 2 months with routine or time based plans. Keller, Jan, et al. "Habit formation following routine‐based versus time‐based cue planning: A randomized controlled trial." British Journal of Health #Psychology.

Mar 20, 2021 · 29 followers View post →
SBM Theory
@SBMTheory · X

Interested in how long it takes to form a habit and/or the trajectories of habit formation? Check out this recent publication from SIG member @dkwasnicka: https://t.co/bZzuOGuxLb

Mar 9, 2021 · 2 likes · 1,025 followers View post →
UCL Discovery
@ucl_discovery · X

Open Access UCL Research: Habit formation following routine-based versus time-based cue planning: A randomized controlled trial https://t.co/flKcbxecGO

Jan 19, 2021 · 2,520 followers View post →