Helping Our Patients Change Behavior Using the Science of Habit Formation

Session Description: This session will explain the underlying principles of behavior changeand how cognitive behavioral treatment can be used to promote weight loss.

Faculty: Robert F. Kushner, MD
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Learning Objectives:

1. Define the guiding principles and theories of behavior change and habit formation.
2. Describe the key components of cognitive behavioral treatment and motivational interviewing.
3. Discuss practical approaches to support behavior change in the office setting.

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