Health Belief Model - Imported

perceived susceptibility

perceived susceptibility

My beliefs about how likely I am to get a disease or condition

example of perceived susceptibility

I think I will likely get cervical cancer due to family history, so I take action and get screened every year

perceived severity

My beliefs about the seriousness of contracting an illness or condition, both physical and social consequences

example of perceived severity

if I smoke and get lung cancer, I will likely die

example of perceived threat

when a person thinks there is a reason to be concerned about an illness; Perceived susceptibility x Perceived severity

perceived benefits

my beliefs about the benefits of a preventative health behavior

example of perceived benefits

saving money and a happier money when drinking alcohol has been quitted

perceived barriers

my perception of obstacles to taking action

example of perceived barriers

getting a cervical cancer screening is uncomfortable so one may not get one

cues to action

cues that prompt action

examples of cues to action

dentist sending out text reminders, PSA on TV encouraging vaccination, clothes are fitting differently

self-efficacy

confidence in succeeding (I think I can)

example of self-efficacy

I think I can cut down to 2 cigarettes per day

Other variables

demographics, structural, and psychosocial factors may affect beliefs and health behaviors

example of other variables

I don't think my smoking and drinking are a big deal because I am still in college and it is just a phase

what is the most powerful predictor for behavior change in the HBM?

perceived barriers

1996

year the health belief model was made

Rosenstock

Developed the health belief model

Health Belief Model

a model explaining how beliefs may/may not influence subsequent behaviors; belief influences behavior