A - Theory of Planned Behaviour as Addiction Prevention Flashcards
1
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What is attitude?
A
Personal beliefs about a behaviour which can be positive or negative
2
Q
What is subjective norm?
A
Other peoples views around you (parents, peers)
3
Q
What is perceived behavioural control?
A
The strength of your belief that you can carry out the behaviour
4
Q
What is intention?
A
The outcome of the beliegs
5
Q
What does intention lead to?
A
The behaviour
6
Q
How can addiction be reduced using this theory?
A
Make peoples attitudes towards smoking more negative - less likely to smoke
Change the subjective norms - educate friends and family to the dangers of smoking
Increasing behavioural control by providing strategies to help smokers to quit
7
Q
How can this theory be positively applied?
A
To reduce/prevent addiction
