Theory of Planned Behaviour

Question 1

what does the theory of planned behaviour suggest about addicition

Answer 1

the theory of planned behaviour suggests that we can change behaviour by reverse engineering the model

Question 2

how does the theory of planned behaviour aim to reduce engagement with addiction

Answer 2

reducing the factors that cause our intention to begin a behaviour we can therefore, decrease chance of engaging w/behaviour

Question 3

what is the model of planned behaviour for addiction,

Answer 3

behavioural attitude
subjective norms
perceived behavioural control
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intention
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behaviour

Question 4

what is behavioural attitude, in terms of theory of planned behaviour

Answer 4

this refers to the persons views towards the behaviour and beliefs of its outcome

Question 5

what is subjective norms, in terms of theory of planned behaviour

Answer 5

this refers to the persons awareness of society and their perceptions of behaviour

Question 6

what is perceived behavioural control, in terms of theory of planned behaviour

Answer 6

this refers to how in control a person believes they’re of their behaviour

Question 7

what is intention, in terms of theory of planned behaviour

Answer 7

this refers to a persons intention to perform the behaviour

Question 8

what is a strength of theory of planned behaviour

Answer 8

P: the theory of planned behaviour (TBP) is its a useful explanation for addiction as it accounts for cultural differences in behaviour change
E: e.g subjective norms vary across cultures
E: TBP remains cross culturally valid, unlike other theories that may not fully consider differing societal attitudes toward addiction
L: this makes it a more adaptable and widely applicable model

Question 9

what is a limitation of theory of planned behaviour

Answer 9

P: there is research against the TPB
E: research by Hornik et al 2008, evaluated a billion dollar anti drug campaign aimed at discouraging drug use among youth
E: it was found that it actually increased weed usage, this challenges TPB as it suggests behavioural attitudes might not be the primary influence. maybe environmental triggers may play a more significant role
L: therefore, this evidence questions the validity of TPB in explaining addiction as it may overlook key influences that drive addictive behaviours