The Social Norms Approach is a widely used intervention strategy for promoting positive
health-related behaviors. The Approach operates on the premise that individuals …

A major determinant of human eating behavior is social modeling, whereby people use
others' eating as a guide for what and how much to eat. We review the experimental studies …

Sexual minorities are at increased risk for multiple mental health burdens compared with
heterosexuals. The field has identified 2 distinct determinants of this risk, including group …

This study extended the research on the relationship between entrepreneurial self-efficacy
and intention by developing a moderated mediation model. This model posits that the link …

Substance dependence is a prevalent and urgent public health problem. In 2021, 60 million
Americans reported abusing alcohol within the month prior to being surveyed, and nearly 20 …

Rates of alcohol consumption continue to be a concern, particularly for individuals who are
college age. Drinking patterns have changed over time, with the frequency of binge drinking …

People's desires to see themselves as moral actors can contribute to their striving for and
achievement of a sense of self-completeness. The authors use self-completion theory to …

Many college students drink heavily and experience myriad associated negative
consequences. This review suggests that a developmental perspective can facilitate a better …

The negotiation of the freedoms and responsibilities introduced as adolescents begin
college may be particularly challenging for those with a trauma history and traumatic stress …

The concept of personal or moral norms is ambiguous with regard to its motivational content.
An extension and a refinement of the norm taxonomy are therefore suggested …