PH 499 Quiz 1: Theories & Models

Define theory

A set of interrelated concepts, definitions, and propositions that presents a systematic view of events of situations

Define model

A composite, a mixture of ideas or concepts taken from any number of theories and used together

Define Concept

Primary elements of theories or building blocks of theory

Define construct

A concept better developed, created, or adopted for use with a specific theory

Define variable

The operational (practical use) form of a construct; how a construct will be measured

How many theories are used to plan programs?

About 10

How do theories help with help promotion plannin?

1. Identifying why ppl do not behave in a healthy way

2. Identify info or other pieces of the intervention that you need

3. Justify why you’re developing an intervention

4. Think about how to deliver your intervention

5. Help you think about your evaluation plan

6. Understanding assumptions (about target population)

7. Understanding how to help ppl

Self efficacy

Confidence in one’s own abilities to take action and overcome barriers

Reciprocal determinism

Dynamic interactions between person, environment, and behavior

Behavioral capability

Knowledge and skill to perform a specific behavior

Reinforcement

Responses to a person’s behavior that increase or decrease the likelihood of reoccurrence

Observational Learning (modeling)

Behavioral acquisition occurs through observing the actions and outcomes of others

Pre contemplation

Not intending to change in the near term

Contemplation

Intending to change within 6 months

Preparation

Actively planning to change

Action

Overtly making changes

Maintenance

Taking steps to sustain change and resist temptation to relapse