Health Psychology- The Theory of Planned Behaviour

Which component of the Theory of Planned Behavior focuses on an individual's perceived control over their behavior?

• Attitude

• Subjective norm

• Perceived behavioral control

• Intentions

In the Theory of Planned Behavior, attitudes are comprised of which of the following elements?

• Behavioral beliefs and outcome evaluations

• Peer pressure and social norms

• Motivation and self-control

• Emotional responses and societal expectations

What does the Theory of Planned Behavior propose about the relationship between intentions and behavior?

• Intentions always lead to behavior

• Behavior solely determines intentions

• Intentions predict behavior, but other factors can intervene

• Behavior is completely independent of intentions

According to the Theory of Planned Behavior, subjective norms are influenced by:

• Individual beliefs about the consequences of the behavior

• Perceived social pressure to perform or not perform the behavior

• Cultural traditions and rituals

• Personal preferences and tastes

An individual's perceived behavioral control is influenced by:

• Personal skills and abilities

• Peer pressure and social norms

• Genetic predisposition

• Environmental factors only

Which of the following statements best describes the central idea of the Theory of Planned Behavior?

• Behavior is solely determined by external factors beyond an individual's control

• Behavior is influenced by intentions, attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control

• Behavior is a result of genetic predispositions and biological factors

• Behavior is random and unpredictable

What does the Theory of Planned Behavior suggest about the role of perceived behavioral control?

• It is the sole determinant of behavior

• It has no impact on behavior

• It moderates the influence of intentions on behavior

• It is irrelevant in predicting behavior

Which of the following is NOT a component of the Theory of Planned Behavior?

• Behavioral beliefs

• Perceived behavioral control

• Cognitive dissonance

• Subjective norms

In the context of the Theory of Planned Behavior, intentions are best described as:

• Future-oriented plans to engage in a specific behavior

• Past behaviors that influence current actions

• Subconscious desires that drive behavior

• Cultural norms dictating acceptable conduct