Abstract: A discrete iterative and recursive operator reminder system and method for modifying recognized unwanted behavior, such as nail biting or poor posture. The system uses a combination of manual operator input and prior history to establish the timing of future prompting signals and lead a user successively to the desired result. It calculates the timing of each future prompting signal based upon the most recent operator response indicating whether the operator was engaged in the monitored behavior at the time of prompting signal generation. The system houses its microprocessor in a familiar object used for another purpose, such as a writing implement, wristwatch, or pocket-sized trinket, or is adapted for use within the programmed structure of a personal computer, cell phone, electronic notebook, pager, hand-held organizer, or other similar electronic device. The system may optionally display behavior related data, such as current date, time, progress graph, and average signal interval.

Abstract: A discrete operator reminder system and method for modifying recognized unwanted behavior. The system uses a combination of manual operator input and prior history to establish the timing of future prompting signals. It does not provide users with programmed schedules of future events, but instead calculates the timing of each future prompting signal based upon the most recent operator response indicating whether the operator was engaged in the monitored behavior at the time of prompting signal generation. The system comprises a microprocessor housed in a hard outer casing that is compact, lightweight, easily portable, and discretely configured as a writing implement, wristwatch, pocket watch, key chain, piece of jewelry, or pocket-sized trinket, or in the alternative comprises programming for personal computers, electronic notebooks, cell phones, pagers, hand-held organizers, or other similar electronic devices. After initialization, prompting signals are periodically generated.