Behavior Change Theories in Health Psychology
Psychology ⇒ Health and Well-being
Behavior Change Theories in Health Psychology starts at 11 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how 'perceived behavioral control' might affect someone's intention to exercise regularly.
Describe how 'self-efficacy' can influence health behavior change.
Describe one limitation of the Health Belief Model.
Describe the main idea behind the Transtheoretical Model (Stages of Change) in health psychology.
Explain how observational learning can lead to behavior change, according to Social Cognitive Theory.
Explain the difference between 'perceived susceptibility' and 'perceived severity' in the Health Belief Model.
A person is aware of the risks of unhealthy eating but has not yet decided to change their diet. According to the Transtheoretical Model, which stage are they in? (1) Precontemplation (2) Contemplation (3) Preparation (4) Action
A student wants to quit smoking but feels unsure about their ability to do so. According to Social Cognitive Theory, which concept is most relevant here? (1) Self-efficacy (2) Perceived severity (3) Subjective norm (4) Cues to action
A person is aware of the risks of unhealthy eating but has not yet decided to change their diet. According to the Transtheoretical Model, which stage are they in? (1) Precontemplation (2) Contemplation (3) Preparation (4) Action
A student wants to quit smoking but feels unsure about their ability to do so. According to Social Cognitive Theory, which concept is most relevant here? (1) Self-efficacy (2) Perceived severity (3) Subjective norm (4) Cues to action
The Theory of Planned Behavior includes which of the following components? (1) Attitude toward the behavior (2) Subjective norms (3) Perceived behavioral control (4) All of the above
Which of the following best describes 'perceived barriers' in the Health Belief Model? (1) The benefits of taking action (2) The obstacles to taking action (3) The likelihood of getting a disease (4) The cues to action
Fill in the blank: According to Social Cognitive Theory, learning occurs through ________ as well as direct experience.
Fill in the blank: According to the Theory of Planned Behavior, ________ are beliefs about the likely outcomes of the behavior and the evaluations of these outcomes.
Fill in the blank: In Social Cognitive Theory, ________ reinforcement refers to learning by observing the consequences of others' behavior.
Fill in the blank: In the Health Belief Model, ________ refers to the belief in the effectiveness of taking action to reduce risk or seriousness.
True or False: According to Social Cognitive Theory, behavior is influenced only by personal factors.
True or False: According to Social Cognitive Theory, reinforcement can be internal or external.
True or False: According to the Health Belief Model, perceived susceptibility refers to an individual's belief about the seriousness of a health problem.
True or False: According to the Transtheoretical Model, individuals in the 'maintenance' stage are still actively making changes to their behavior.
