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C h a p t e r 4Theory Essence SentencePersonal beliefs influence health u d e n t Le a r n i n g Ou t cO m eSAfter reading this chapter the student will be able to:Explain the original concept of the Health Belief Discuss how the constructs of perceived seriousness, 2. susceptibility, benefits, and barriers might predict health the impact of the modifying variables on 3. health cues to action and how they motivate Use the theory to explain at least one ThEorETicAl concEpTThe Health Belief Model (HBM) is by far the most commonly used theory in health education and health promotion (Glanz, Rimer, & Lewis, 2002; National Cancer Institute [NCI], 2003). It was developed in the 1950s as a way to explain why medical screening programs offered by the Public Health Service, particularly for tuberculosis, were not very successful (Hoch-baum, 1958).

chapter 4 Theory Essence Sentence Personal beliefs influence health behavior. Student Learning Ou t c O m e S After reading this chapter the student will be able to: 1. Explain the original concept of the Health Belief Model.

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