title: Comparison of four behavioral theories. A literature review.
abstract: A major concern among occupational health nurses is the efficacy of their health education and health promotion programs. The success of programs may be improved when they are built on a sound and appropriate theoretical foundation. Four models that present a logical and reasonable approach to behavioral change include the Health Belief Model, the Theory of Self Efficacy, the Theory of Reasoned Action, and the Multiattribute Utility Model. Behavioral models provide a framework for the development of interventions and strategies which will facilitate behavioral change.
authors.forename: M K
authors.initials: MK
authors.lastname: Salazar
mesh_terms: D001294:Attitude to Health; D015438:Health Behavior; D006801:Humans; D008960:Models, Psychological; D009785:Occupational Health Nursing; D011379:Prognosis; D012649:Self Concept