Do you attempt to modify your behaviour using techniques, behaviour, equipment or other tools?
No, and I don't think it works
0(0.0%)
No, and I think it's ethically dubious
0(0.0%)
No, but I have in the past/will in the future
0(0.0%)
Maybe, but not in a structured way
2(15.4%)
I think it's just a relabelling of normal behaviour
5(38.5%)
Yes, but work and annoying and aaargh
1(7.7%)
Yes, and it makes stuff better
4(30.8%)
I am hacking my neuros as I answer
1(7.7%)
Things that I do to myself:
Sticker charts and reward schemes
2(6.2%)
Mindfulness, meditation, time out, reflection
5(15.6%)
Food and drink nudges (small plates, portion control etc.)
7(21.9%)
Reminders for things other than appointments (e.g.
7(21.9%)
Nagging apps, lists and notes to self
8(25.0%)
Other things which I will say below
2(6.2%)
I would never manipulate myself I have too much respect for myself
1(3.1%)
This smart new habit has totally revolutionised my life!
Things I do with other people (staff, children, pupils, partners, parents)
Make changes to their environment to change their behaviour
1(9.1%)
Use check-lists, forms, and written instructions
2(18.2%)
Use an informal reward system like stickers or stars
2(18.2%)
Use a formal reward systems like bonuses or awards
1(9.1%)
Use distraction or diversion
3(27.3%)
Use threats or ultimatums
1(9.1%)
Other things which I will say below
1(9.1%)
I would never manipulate others I have too much respect for them
0(0.0%)
This crazy trick helps you CHANGE how other people behave - guaranteed!
I use other things to regulate or improve my behaviour, such as
Manipulating my appearance and self presentation to boost confidence etc.
7(18.4%)
Using food or drink to boost alertness, promote relaxation, reduce irritation
9(23.7%)
Using drugs to regulate or improve my emotions/effectiveness
2(5.3%)
Using exercise/physical activity to bleed off or boost energy levels, improve wellbeing, etc.
9(23.7%)
Kittens! (or other pets)
7(18.4%)
Guilt / internalised nagging
4(10.5%)
Another thing I will say below
0(0.0%)
Behaviour modification is:
Brilliant! Sign me up for a Skinner box and bring me all the drugs on the internet
1(3.6%)
Sometimes helpful, but not the answer to all things
7(25.0%)
Irrelevant. Fundamentally people do what they want and post-rationalise.
3(10.7%)
Risky! There's lots of very bad woo to avoid in this area
1(3.6%)
Best avoided, unless a professional is involved
1(3.6%)
Best avoided, especially if there's a professional involved
3(10.7%)
A constant struggle against an impossible mountain of ungovernable urges
2(7.1%)
STICKERS!!!!!!!!!!
1(3.6%)
Unacceptable! Kick back against the man/woman/teacher/cat/computer that is trying it on you
0(0.0%)
The backbone of civilized society
1(3.6%)
The elephant in the room
0(0.0%)
The room in the elephant
3(10.7%)
To be embraced not feared
3(10.7%)
Unnecessary in the future
0(0.0%)
The future
2(7.1%)
The most extraordinary/daft/strange attempt at behaviour modification ever tried on me is:
