Topic > The five main philosophies of health education

82). For example, when working with the obese patient, the provider might consider helping the patient make some social, economic, and/or political changes. Instead of expecting the patient to make changes to their health on their own, the provider can help the patient get into support groups that would help hold them accountable for their actions while keeping them on the right path. You may also want to make sure to assist the patient in obtaining a cost-effective gym membership for this specific patient. By focusing on changing certain aspects around the patient, the practitioner allows the patient to see the benefits of making social changes