1-Ecological Models of Health Behavior

Choose a specific health problem/outcome and population of your choice (e.g., reducing fatal traffic accidents among adolescent boys in the United States). Do NOT select one of the health conditions discussed in detail in Chapter 3 (physical activity, tobacco use, obesity).

Using the ecological model framework (Chapter 3), describe an intervention to reduce this problem. Be sure to mention an intervention at EACH LEVEL of the framework (i.e., individual, interpersonal, organizational, community, public policy).

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2-Theory Comparison

Compare and contrast the Health Belief Model and the Theory of Planned Behavior, highlighting the following:

1. similarities in the constructs of the models

2. differences in constructs of the models

3. strengths of each theory/model

4. weaknesses of each theory/model 

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4-Social Support and Health

Describe how you would integrate your knowledge of social support to develop an intervention for alcoholics to maintain sobriety. What type of intervention might you recommend? Include a discussion of perceived and received social support (i.e., emotional, tangible, instrumental, and belonging support), relationship quality, and the role of technology. 

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