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Part I:

In this discussion, we will discuss the impact of food technology on our food supply.

First, lets start with questions based on your opinion and what we have learned so far in past modules:

• What can we do as consumers to reduce our risk of developing a foodborne illness? How about as health professionals? Consider concrete action steps we can take today.
• Weve discussed at-risk populations in previous modules. What can people from at-risk populations do to limit the potential for foodborne illnesses?

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Part II:

Now applying what youve learned from the readings and videos, lets go through the rest of the discussion together, one question at a time.

• What changes in food technology have made us safer to acquiring foodborne illness? How about more susceptible? What are some ethical considerations with using certain food technologies to improve our food supplies?
• Thinking about what we have learned this week and over the term, what can we do as a nation to protect our food supply using food technology available to us today?

To respond to a peer, click Reply beneath her or his post and continue as with an initial post.

RESPOND TO EACH WITH ONE REFERENCE EACH

CARLY

The readiness assessment tool measures how much a person is willing to change their addictive behavior for the better (Carey et al., 2001). I think that the readiness assessment tool could be very beneficial for addictive behaviors if the person who is addicted is willing to take the test and also answer accurately. This assessment is one of the things where if the person does not answer truthfully then it will not be helpful to them because the results will not be correct which means it will be useless.

Alyssa shows that she needs some need for change but it does not seem like she has fully accepted the extent to her problem with gambling and has not actually addressed it at all. Her commitment to change is very low because she is only in the very early contemplation stage and has not fully committed to stopping or reducing her gambling yet. Her self-awareness is pretty low as well because she does not take full responsibility of her actions that has lead her to being addicted to gambling. Her environmental awareness is very low because she has little to no understanding of how the environment that she is in could lead her to want to gamble. Once she gets that the environment could trigger her it could make it easier for her to stop gambling. Her personal closeness is a little bit higher than everything else because she seems open to the engagement part of it but is still unsure about therapy and how it could help her. A next step that Alyssa could take to assist her in her readiness for change is to try and be more upfront and real with herself and actually see her addition to gambling as an issue that she needs to fix. If she can do that she will one step closer to gaining control of her addiction.

SHREEN

The readiness assessment tool plays a pivotal role in addiction treatment. ideally, addiction is a multifaceted issue with physical, psychological, and social components. It often requires a tailored approach to facilitate recovery. After watching the video, rehabilitation readiness for the subjects Brian and Alissa involves Brian assessing his motivation to change and Alissa’s assess her self-awareness. The key focus areas for improvement includes strengthening personal, supportive relationships and developing greater self-awareness of addictive behaviors. Regarding Brian’s need for change, it is moderate. This is because he recognizes his addiction but struggles with the gravity of his situation. Brian’s commitment to change is low and he needs to move past ambivalence, and this is possible through motivational interviewing. His self-awareness is low to moderate because he acknowledges his drug use and sexual compulsivity, but lacks full insight into the consequences. Brian’s environmental awareness is low despite his father’s intervention. he has not utilized any alternative to his addiction. His personal closeness is moderate, and his relationship with his family provides support but also tension. Alissa’s situation is that she uses gambling to escape, and often times return to the gambling so she need to recognize the cycle. She requires increased support and recognition of alternatives. This is because her relationships, including the one with her boyfriend are in jeopardy. Both Brian and Alissa need to increase their self-awareness of the impact of their situation. Their family members are actively involved and this should increase their environmental awareness and strengthen their personal connections. To benefit these two individuals, the goal of this assessment is not to exclude, but to identify areas for growth to ensure active participation in their rehabilitation.

Each response to a peer should be (at least) approximately 100 words in length and should contribute to the discussion in progress.with ne reference each

JENN

The behavior I chose is overeating, and this one really hits close to home for me. I didnt fully understand how strong food addiction could be until I had bariatric surgery. The first time I was allowed to eat solid food, I had a very small piece of chicken. I took a few bites and started crying because I physically couldnt finish it. That moment made me realize that eating wasnt just about hunger for me, it was emotional, and thats when I realized it was an addiction, I used food for comfort.

In the precontemplation stage, someone may not see overeating as a problem at all. I used to tell myself I just loved food or that stress made me eat more. At this stage, learning how emotional eating affects health and emotions can help someone slowly start thinking differently (DiClemente et al., 2004).

In the contemplation stage, the person starts to realize overeating might be an issue but feels unsure about changing. This is where I was before surgeryknowing something wasnt right but not knowing how to fix it. Motivational interviewing can help by letting people talk through their feelings instead of being pressured to change (Miller & Rollnick, 2002).

During preparation and action, people start making changes, like planning meals or learning new coping skills. Therapy like CBT can help break emotional eating habits. In maintenance, the focus is staying consistent and understanding that setbacks happen and dont mean failure (Prochaska & Norcross, 2001).

This model shows that overeating, like other addictions, takes time, support, and self-awareness to change.

The Transtheoretical Model (TTM), or Stages of Change model, provides a useful framework for understanding how individuals modify addictive behaviors, including behavioral addictions such as excessive online shopping. According to Prochaska and DiClementes model, behavior change unfolds across a series of stages rather than occurring all at once (Gold, 2006; Zimmerman et al., 2000). Using online shopping addiction as the focus, each stage can be illustrated through realistic examples. PreContemplation- In this stage, the individual does not recognize their online shopping as problematic. For example, someone may justify frequent purchases as treating myself or insist that online shopping is harmless entertainment. As Sholl (2011) notes, individuals in this stage often feel resistant or defensive when others express concern. Contemplation- Here, the person begins acknowledging that their behavior may be harmful. An individual might notice increasing credit card debt or feelings of guilt after impulse purchases. They may say, I know I spend too much online, but Im not sure how to stop. This aligns with Zimmerman et al.s (2000) description of ambivalence as the hallmark of this stage. Preparation- The individual intends to take action soon and begins planning small steps. For example, they may set a goal to reduce online shopping or explore budgeting apps. Gold (2006) emphasizes that preparation involves commitment and identifying strategies for change. Action- The person actively modifies their behavior. This could include deleting shopping apps, unsubscribing from promotional emails, or setting spending limits. According to Sholl (2011), this stage requires sustained effort and conscious decisionmaking. Maintenance- In maintenance, the individual works to prevent relapse and solidify new habits. Someone might continue tracking expenses, practice alternative coping strategies (e.g., exercise, social activities), or seek support when urges arise. Zimmerman et al. (2000) highlight that maintenance is an ongoing process rather than a final endpoint.