Health Behavior Theories & Models Flashcards

According to the Transtheoretical Model (TTM), which stage describes a person who has no intention to change their behavior within the next six months?

Answer: Precontemplation

Precontemplation is the stage in which individuals are not considering change in the foreseeable future and may be unaware that a problem exists.

Which component of the Health Belief Model refers to a person's belief about how serious a health condition and its consequences are?

Answer: Perceived severity

Perceived severity reflects the individual's belief about the seriousness of the illness and its potential consequences, including physical, social, and economic outcomes.

In Social Cognitive Theory, which concept refers to an individual's belief in their ability to successfully perform a specific behavior?

Answer: Self-efficacy

Self-efficacy, a central construct of Bandura's Social Cognitive Theory, is the belief in one's capability to execute the behaviors required to produce specific outcomes.

The Theory of Planned Behavior proposes that the most immediate predictor of behavior is:

Answer: Behavioral intention

According to the Theory of Planned Behavior, behavioral intention—the motivation or plan to perform the behavior—is the most direct predictor of actual behavior.

A client says, 'I've been thinking about starting to exercise regularly, but I'm not sure I'm ready yet.' Which stage of the Transtheoretical Model does this best represent?

Answer: Contemplation

Contemplation is characterized by awareness of a problem and consideration of change within the next six months, but without a firm commitment to act.

Which component of the Health Belief Model involves an individual's perception that they are vulnerable to a particular health problem?

Answer: Perceived susceptibility

Perceived susceptibility is the individual's subjective belief about their risk of developing a health condition, which influences motivation to take preventive action.

In the Transtheoretical Model, which process of change involves substituting healthier behaviors for problem behaviors?

Answer: Counterconditioning

Counterconditioning involves substituting alternative behaviors—such as relaxation techniques instead of stress eating—for unhealthy ones, helping to break problematic patterns.