The search for theory in health behaviour and health promotion

Journal/Book: Health Promot International. 1996; 11: Walton St, Journals Dept, Oxford, England OX2 6DP. Oxford Univ Press United Kingdom. 27-32.

Abstract: Health promotion is often viewed as based in experience; theory is seemingly at a more abstract level. The reasons for this are many. This paper explores some theoretical perspectives which are relevant to health promotion. In particular, it considers a collective approach to the making of theory and what the components of a health behaviour and health promotion theory might include.

Note: Article DV Mcqueen, CDC, OSA, Nccdphp, Atlanta, GA 30333 USA

Keyword(s): health behaviour; health promotion; theory

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