A Recipe for Effective Lifestyle Prescription
A Recipe for Effective Lifestyle Prescription is organized by American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) and will be held from Jul 01, 2022 - Jul 01, 2025.
Description:
Behavior change is the foundation for effective lifestyle prescriptions, yet the path to a lasting lifestyle change is complex, individualized and influenced by a multitude of factors. As such, it extends beyond solely prescribing and educating patients on what to do, and necessitates cultivating the practical skills and systems by which to empower patients to develop and sustain health-promoting behaviors. This session aims to equip clinicians with evidence-based skills, strategies, and practical frameworks, and support behavior change within brief clinical visits. Additionally, attendees will examine best practices and key considerations for effective interprofessional collaboration at a systems level, to include real-world examples of the successful integration of health and wellness coaching within health systems.
Learning Objectives:
• Describe the role of behavior change in the practice of lifestyle medicine
• Explain the spirit, skills, and processes of facilitating a patient-centered approach to lifestyle change
• Outline a practical framework for utilizing a “coach approach” within brief clinical visits
• Discuss best practices and key considerations for effective interprofessional collaboration at a systems level, to include real-world examples of the successful integration of health and wellness coaching within health systems
