Table 3 Examples of types of structured text messages that could be received during the extended care phase of the intervention (months 7 – 12)
Text message type | Behavior change strategies targeted | Example text messages | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
Self-monitoring weight | Self-regulation; Satisfaction with perceived outcomes | Keeping track of ur weight is important 2 maintain progress & catch ‘slips’ Jane. Weigh yourself today & write it down in ur Living Well Diary. Jenny | 1 per week or fortnight |
Goal check | Self-regulation; Satisfaction with perceived outcomes | Hi Jane. Did u achieve ur goal 2 have 3 alcohol free days this week? Text me back yes or no so I know how u r going. Jenny | 1 per week or fortnight per goal |
Goal check reply | Self-regulation; Outcome expectancy; Satisfaction with perceived outcomes; Self efficacy; Social support | Wonderful news Jane! Remember how good u feel achieving ur goal & use this as motivation on ur ‘off’ days. Keep it up! Jenny | Only sent if participant responds to goal check |
Behavior prompt |  | Think ahead Jane. U want 2 do 30 min on the treadmill 6× this week so make sure u set the alarm for the morning. Jenny | Up to 2 messages per week per goal |