This introduction presents an overview of key concepts discussed in the subsequent
chapters of this book. The book examines the hypnosis led to greater reporting of memories …

Planning interventions such as action planning (AP) and coping planning (CP) have been
recognized as influential strategies in promoting physical activity (PA), but mixed results of …

Background Regular exercise and dietary practices have been shown to affect the health-
related quality of life (HRQOL) and survival of breast cancer patients. Objective The current …

This meta‐analysis investigated the strengths of the relationship between various types of
motivations and accompanying future outcomes that individuals intend to change, based …

Background Despite increasing numbers of cancer survivors and evidence that diet and
physical activity improves the health of cancer survivors, most do not meet guidelines. Some …

Purpose An increasing number of studies support the beneficial relationship between
physical activity and stress coping in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). However, there …

Background Although the health benefits of physical activity are well documented, a large
proportion of the population remains less active than recommended by current guidelines …

Background: Most theories of health‐behavior change focus exclusively on individual self‐
regulation without taking social factors, such as social support, into account. This study's first …

Background The postmenopausal period can represent an opportunity for women to
improve their health and well-being. The Active and Healthy Ageing in Women during early …

Background More than half of US high-school students do not meet the moderate and
vigorous physical activity (MVPA) 5 hours per week recommendation. The purpose of this …