It is important that when patients change behaviour they expectt to see results quickly; therefore, the new behaviour must have advantages. So someone who wants to control blood sugar level and reduce weight will modify diet and eating schedule which is easy to follow and brings about control in blood sugar level and weight loss quickly. Encourage patients to make health choices that are easy choices.
In order to bring change in knowledge, skills and attitude, good communication is very important. Ensure support from the family, friends and community. Without support, change is difficult. Health services should be available to the patient near his home or place of work.
As long as life is smooth no one thinks of change. But if any health problem occurs and a person is sick then one thinks for a change or wants to adopt more healthy behaviour. In such a situation, you should ask yourself: "What do these people need in order to change?" Do they need to know more about the problem or do they need to change life style? Where do they need help and guidance? Understand and respect beliefs and norms of the family and community.