CHES Health Behavior Change Theories

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Precontemplation

Answer

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.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Perceived susceptibility

Answer

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.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Social Cognitive Theory

Answer

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

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CHES - Certified Health Education Specialist Practice Test

CHES Health Behavior Change Theories