Objectives. This study examined the application of Theory Planned Behaviour (TPB) to two dietary behaviours with a particular focus on roles perceived control and self‐efficacy as components behavioural construct in TPB. Methods. A total 287 members general public completed questionnaires, one concerning influence TPB variables intentions behaviour for either eating five portions fruit vegetables per day ( N = 144) or low‐fat diet 143), second actual month later. In addition, individual...

Abstract This paper examines the additive and moderating effects of social influence variables (injunctive norms, descriptive perceived support) within Theory Planned Behaviour (TPB). The target behaviour is decision to eat healthily. Questionnaire responses on components TPB, support, subsequent healthy eating were obtained from a prospective sample 235 members general public. Good predictions intentions (42% variance explained) (15% found using Behaviour. Neither norms nor support added...

The present study examined the moderating role of attitudinal ambivalence within theory planned behaviour (TPB). Attitude, subjective norm, perceived behavioural control (PBC), intentions and self-reported were assessed in relation to 20 healthy eating behaviours a prospective questionnaire design 232 members general public UK. Between-participants univariate multivariate analyses indicated attitude-behaviour PBC-behaviour relationships be weaker higher compared lower respondents. These...

Interest in attitudes and ambivalence has highlighted problems with the adequacy of conceptualizing as unitary, unidimensional, evaluations. In this paper, we report an application Theory Planned Behaviour (Ajzen, 1991) domain dietary choice which investigates hypothesis that will attenuate observed attitude-intention relationships (since evaluations influencing expression are more likely to differ from intentions for people who ambivalent.Participants completed a postal questionnaire...

Central to many considerations of health-related dietary change is the interpretation given 'healthy' and 'unhealthy' eating. Results are reported from two studies which investigated people's understanding these concepts. The first study involved structured interviews with 48 respondents: a wide range interpretations healthy unhealthy eating was found using content analysis techniques. second (n = 242) used questionnaires assess extent different were endorsed. behaviours perceived as or...

Abstract Attitudinal ambivalence is generally construed as existing when the same attitude object evaluated simultaneously both positive and negative. The present research examined moderating role of attitudinal (as assessed by split‐semantic differential measure) on relationship between bipolar semantic measures subsequent behaviour using moderated regression analysis. In Study 1, higher levels were shown to result in weaker attitude–behaviour relationships for eating a low‐fat diet (N =...

This paper proposes that the application of Transtheoretical Model's stages change to dietary behaviours may be fundamentally problematic due difference in nature between and addictive upon which model was originally based. It considered specific problems associated with stage categorization for would include: potential mismatch a person's perceived actual behaviour; use time periods distinguish different stages. A total 541 volunteers completed questionnaires measured their respect one...

This study compared a motivational intervention based on the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) with volitional implementation intentions.The employed quantitative longitudinal questionnaire design involving two waves data collection.Participants (N=198) were randomly allocated to control group or one groups. TPB variables, and fruit vegetable consumption assessed at beginning (time 1) 2 weeks later 2). Experimental A formed an intention, about how, when where they could eat five portions...

Anti-vaccine conspiracy beliefs among parents can reduce vaccination intentions. Parents' in anti-vaccine theories are also related to their perceptions of other parents' beliefs. Further, research has shown that hold misperceptions belief norms: UK over-estimate the parents. The present study tested effectiveness a Social Norms Approach intervention, which corrects using normative feedback, and increase At baseline, 202 young children reported personal theories, future intentions vaccinate,...

Conspiracy beliefs are widespread and can have detrimental consequences. As perceived social norms exert a powerful influence on individuals, we investigated the relationship between conspiracy belief personal endorsement, whether others’ is overestimated. In Study 1, UK university students ( N = 111) completed measures of their estimations (an in-group an out-group they chose, prescribed in-group). Perceived in-groups’ strongly predicted belief; out-group’s did not. Studies 2 3 replicated...

Objective This study was designed to examine patients' and health professionals' perspectives on lifestyle behaviour change inform the development of a intervention be used in primary care. Design Focus groups were conducted with seven patients 13 professionals where they asked discuss relation design phase tailored package. Results An inductive thematic analysis transcripts suggested range issues that are relevant implementation interventions such as time, lack resources starting too late,...

Abstract This paper describes the collaborative development of national guidance in Republic Ireland, specifically designed to support upholding rights disabled children and young people meaningful participation decision-making, as outlined Article 12 UN Convention on Rights Child ( crc ), General Comments Nos. 5, 9 12, well Persons with Disabilities uncrpd ). We conceptualise this process within Interactive Systems Framework for Dissemination Implementation (Wandersman et al ., 2008), which...

Cross-sectional analyses of the transtheoretical ("stages change") model (TTM) can provide valuable information concerning variables that are likely to shift individuals from one stage next. The present study was designed investigate roles theory planned behaviour (TPB) and attitudinal ambivalence across stages change. Two samples derived general population completed measures stage, TPB with respect consuming a low-fat diet (n = 148) eating five portions fruit vegetables per day 151)....

This study investigated the families' experiences of a childhood obesity intervention and sought to understand factors that influence attendance lifestyle behaviours.Eleven semi-structured interviews were conducted analysed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis.Four themes emerged highlighting differences similarities between attendees non-attendees perceptions obesity, intervention, practical barriers overcoming hurdles attending and, availability suitability local facilities.The...

Purpose: Staff–patient communication in in-patient stroke settings is viewed as challenging for survivors with aphasia and those supporting them. This study sought to explore these experiences from the perspectives of survivors, their carers healthcare professionals.Methods: A qualitative where aphasia, professionals were interviewed (audio-recorded) one-to-one or via focus group. Stroke at least 6 months post-stroke had a self-reported mild moderate level aphasia. Transcripts each group...

Purpose Childhood obesity is a major global health concern. Understanding children's and adolescent’s eating behaviours promoting healthier key for reducing the negative outcomes associated with obesity. The current study explored perceptions of healthy influences on amongst 11-to-13-year-old secondary school students. Design/methodology/approach Nine semi-structured same-sex focus group discussions were conducted in schools located deprived areas England, subjected to thematic framework...

Despite many government initiatives, uptake of the trivalent influenza vaccine among older adult population still remains suboptimal. If immunization rates are to be optimized, new approaches for identifying determinants that facilitate or inhibit vaccination decision making in this necessary.An extension theory planned behaviour (TPB) provided theoretical framework development a multi-item questionnaire. One hundred and ninety-three white, independent living city dwelling men (n =77) women...

Abstract Aims To explore key influences of decisions in participants from a socioeconomically deprived area to attend the Healthier You: NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme (NHSDPP). The NHSDPP is lifestyle behaviour change programme for adults with prediabetes living England. Methods Semi‐structured interviews were conducted 35 who had attended initial assessment, but not yet started NHSDPP; 23 classified as “attenders,” 12 “non‐attenders” after they interviewed based on whether first session...

Abstract It has been estimated that the majority of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus will need treatment insulin eventually if they are to keep their blood sugar levels within recommended limits. Whilst much is known about physiological benefits insulin, far less ‘lived experience’ going onto therapy. The purpose this study was elucidate range subjective experiences men and women who have recently gone insulin. specifically concerned expectations impact felt it made on lives. A...