Social cognition models and health behaviour: A structured review

Author(s): Conner, M.

Journal/Book: Psychol Health. 2000; 15: C/O Stbs Ltd, PO Box 90, Reading, Berks, England Rg1 8Jl. Harwood Acad Publ Gmbh. 173-189.

Abstract: A number of social cognition models have been developed to account for socio-demographic variations in health behaviour. This paper distinguishes between: (a) motivational, (b) behavioural enaction, and (c) multi-stage models of health behaviour. The models are evaluated in terms of advancement of existing knowledge and - where appropriate - predictive utility. Common themes that appear within- and between- these categories are discussed, with consideration of ways in which theory may be advanced by future research. Each approach has associated strengths and weaknesses, suggesting that a ''consensus'' approach to the study of health behaviour may prove fruitful. Identification of the key constructs across different model types would allow coherent integration and promote further understanding of the psyche-social determinants of health behaviour.

Note: Article Armitage CJ, Univ Essex, Dept Psychol, Colchester CO4 3SQ, Essex, ENGLAND

Keyword(s): review; social cognition models; health behaviour; behavioural intentions; stages of change; PRECAUTION ADOPTION PROCESS; PLANNED BEHAVIOR; SELF-EFFICACY; REASONED ACTION; BELIEF MODEL; IMPLEMENTATION INTENTIONS; PREDICTIVE-VALIDITY; SMOKING CESSATION; PHYSICAL-ACTIVITY; DECISION-MAKING

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