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Health Behavior Change Theories Flashcards

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  1. Which stage of the Transtheoretical Model describes an individual who has no intention to change behavior within the next 6 months?

    Answer: Precontemplation

    Precontemplation is the stage in which a person has no intention to take action within the next 6 months, often unaware of or underestimating the problem.

  2. In the Health Belief Model, 'perceived barriers' refers to which of the following?

    Answer: An individual's belief about the negative aspects of taking a health action

    Perceived barriers are the individual's beliefs about the physical and psychological costs or obstacles of performing a recommended health behavior.

  3. According to Social Cognitive Theory, 'self-efficacy' is best defined as:

    Answer: A person's confidence in their ability to perform a specific behavior

    Self-efficacy, as defined by Bandura in Social Cognitive Theory, is a person's belief in their capability to execute a specific behavior to achieve a desired outcome.

  4. The Theory of Planned Behavior includes all of the following constructs EXCEPT:

    Answer: Perceived susceptibility

    Perceived susceptibility is a construct of the Health Belief Model, not the Theory of Planned Behavior, which focuses on attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control.

  5. A health educator uses role modeling as a strategy. This is most closely associated with which theory?

    Answer: Social Cognitive Theory

    Social Cognitive Theory emphasizes observational learning and role modeling as key mechanisms through which people acquire and change behaviors.

  6. In Diffusion of Innovations theory, 'early adopters' are characterized as:

    Answer: Opinion leaders who adopt innovations early and influence others

    Early adopters are respected opinion leaders who embrace new ideas soon after innovators and play a crucial role in persuading the early majority.