Changing health-risk behavior has been shown to decrease morbidity and mortality and
enhance quality of life. The present review aims to describe the models and theories that …

Diese Einführung informiert über gesundheitspsychologische Theorien, Modelle und
Forschungsergebnisse:–Welche Faktoren beeinflussen die Gesundheit (z. B. Stress …

This article identifies consumer segments that differ in the way they consider health‐related
and health‐unrelated food properties when making food choices. The paper makes two …

The construct of perceived self-efficacy represents one core aspect of socialcognitive theory
(Bandura, 1992, 1997). While outcome expectancies refer to the perception of the possible …

Patients in rehabilitation settings often face difficulties in complying with physical exercise
regimens. To examine social-cognitive determinants in the adoption and maintenance of …

Social cognition models of health behavior are commonly understood as being universal,
which implies that they are applicable to groups varying in age or cultural background, for …

Objectives Negative self-perceptions of aging (SPA) have been shown to result in lower
levels of preventive behavior, health, and longevity. This study focuses on the understudied …

To better inform public health officials during a flu pandemic, this study analyzes a
representative statewide telephone survey among 1,602 adults to examine knowledge and …

Main research question: the aim of the study was to investigate how perception about diet
and health, eating habits and socioeconomic pattern influence choice of seafood. Materials …

Scientific research that can support the consumer-oriented development of functional food
products is still scarce. Up until now, only few studies have investigated consumer …