The Mediating Role of Intention and Stages of Change in Physical Activity among Adults with Physical Disabilities: An Integrative Framework

2007 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Kosma ◽  
Rebecca Ellis ◽  
Bradley J. Cardinal ◽  
Jeremy J. Bauer ◽  
Jeffrey A. McCubbin
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Stages Of Change ◽  
Behavioral Control ◽  
Physical Disabilities ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Perceived Behavioral Control ◽  
Integrative Framework ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Path Analyses

The study’s purpose was to identify the mediating role of intention and the stages of change (SOC) in physical activity (PA) over a 6-month period using two models (Theory of Planned Behavior [TPB] and TPB/SOC). Participants were 143 adults with physical disabilities (70.68% response rate; M age = 46.03). The TPB constructs, SOC (time 1), and PA (time 2) were assessed using standardized self-report questionnaires. Based on path analyses, attitude had the highest effect on intention and SOC followed by perceived behavioral control within both well-fit models. The variance in PA explained by the first (TPB) and second (TPB/SOC) models was 16% and 28% respectively. In the just identified model of TPB/SOC, the direct effect of SOC on physical activity remained strong (γsoc.pa = .45) and SOC approached full mediation through attitude. Health promotion interventions need to include both intention and behavior elements (SOC) reinforcing increased PA value and barrier elimination.

Psychosocial Determinants of Stages of Change and Physical Activity among Adults with Physical Disabilities

2006 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-64 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Kosma ◽  
Rebecca Ellis Gardner ◽  
Bradley J. Cardinal ◽  
Jeremy J. Bauer ◽  
Jeffrey A. McCubbin
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Stages Of Change ◽  
Cognitive Processes ◽  
Transtheoretical Model ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Physical Disabilities ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Processes Of Change ◽  
Assessment Methodology ◽  
Web Based

A high proportion of individuals with disabilities remain physically inactive. Therefore, this study (web-based survey) investigated the relationships between the Transtheoretical Model (TTM) and physical activity among 224 adults with physical disabilities (M age = 45.4 years, SD = 10.78, females = 71%). Additionally, the most important TTM predictors of the stages of change and physical activity were examined. Standardized self-report scales of the TTM constructs and physical activity were completed. The study findings supported the theorized relationships between the TTM constructs and physical activity. The behavioral and cognitive processes of change distinguished the stages of change. These two constructs and self-efficacy mostly predicted physical activity (R2total = .18). The assessment methodology of the TTM constructs needs to be revisited.

Nurses Between the Hammer and the Anvil: Analyzing the Role of the Workplace Prevention Climate in Reducing Internal and External Violence

2019 ◽  
Vol 34 (2) ◽  
pp. 363-375
Author(s):  
Sara Viotti ◽  
Gloria Guidetti ◽  
Daniela Converso
Keyword(s):  
Workplace Violence ◽  
Intention To Leave ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Path Analyses ◽  
Violence Prevention Climate

The aim of this study was to test a model including relationships among internal and external violence, workplace violence-prevention climate, exhaustion, and intention to leave (ITL) in a sample of nurses. Data were collected by a self-report questionnaire involving nurses (n = 313) from two multispecialist hospitals in Italy. The survey was cross-sectional and nonrandomized. Path analyses showed the presence of the mediating role of internal violence between workplace prevention climate and exhaustion, as well as the mediating function of both types of violence between workplace prevention climate and ITL. Moreover, an indirect effect through exhaustion between internal violence and ITL was highlighted. These findings suggested that organizations that invest in preventive measures may reduce incidents of violence and, in turn, prevent negative consequences on worker well-being.

The Role of Sociocognitive Mediators in the Beliefs-Intentions Relationship: Snacking Behavior

2010 ◽  
Vol 38 (5) ◽  
pp. 711-720 ◽  
Author(s):  
Akram Karimi Shahanjarini ◽  
Arash Rashidian ◽  
Reza Majdzadeh ◽  
Nasrin Omidvar ◽  
Davood Shojaeezadeh
Keyword(s):  
Predictive Power ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Behavioral Control ◽  
Control Beliefs ◽  
Perceived Behavioral Control ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
And Control ◽  
Unhealthy Snacks

The mediating role of the theory of planned behavior (TPB; Ajzen, 1991) constructs in the belief constructs-intention relationship is examined in this study. We investigated the mediation ability of TPB constructs on Iranian adolescents' intentions to consume unhealthy snacks. A sample of 739 adolescents completed questionnaires assessing behavioral, normative, and control beliefs, attitudes, subjective norms, perceived behavioral control (PBC), and intentions. Confirmatory factor analysis revealed that measures had discriminant validity. Analysis showed that attitudes and PBC only partially mediate the effect of behavioral and power beliefs, on intention. This finding suggests that the predictive power of TPB will increase with the inclusion of belief components.

Cumulative Childhood Maltreatment and Subsequent Psychological Violence in Intimate Relationships: The Role of Emotion Dysregulation

Partner Abuse ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-40 ◽  
Author(s):  
Caroline Dugal ◽  
Natacha Godbout ◽  
Claude Bélanger ◽  
Martine Hébert ◽  
Michel Goulet
Keyword(s):  
Childhood Maltreatment ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Emotion Dysregulation ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Psychological Violence ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Path Analyses ◽  
Mediational Role ◽  
The Relationship

Cumulative maltreatment or exposure to multiple types of child abuse or neglect increases the risk of perpetrating and sustaining intimate partner violence (IPV) in adulthood and is associated with deficits in emotion regulation, which are considered as robust determinants of psychological IPV. Yet, no research has evaluated this relationship by distinguishing the cognitive and behavioral components of emotion dysregulation. Thus, the goal of the present study was to examine the mediating role of cognitive and behavioral emotion dysregulation in the relationship uniting cumulative childhood maltreatment and psychological IPV. A total of 162 adults consulting in sexology completed self-report questionnaires assessing their experiences of cumulative trauma, emotion dysregulation, and psychological IPV. The majority (86%) of participants experienced more than one type of childhood maltreatment, whereas half of them reported having perpetrated (51%) and sustained (54%) psychological IPV. Path analyses confirmed the mediational role of emotion dysregulation in the relationship between cumulative maltreatment experiences and psychological IPV. The hypothesized model was also invariant across gender. Results highlight the necessity to assess child maltreatment and IPV experiences thoroughly in individuals consulting for sexual or relational problems.

Gamble more than you want?

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
pp. 557-574 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ying Ho ◽  
Long W. Lam ◽  
Desmond Lam
Keyword(s):  
Internal Control ◽  
Behavioral Control ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
External Control ◽  
Perceived Behavioral Control ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Casino Patrons

Purpose This study aims to explore the influence of casino servicescape on unplanned gaming behaviors by examining the mediating role of casino customers’ perceived behavioral control (i.e. perceived internal and external control). Design/methodology/approach Data were collected from 475 casino customers using street intercept survey. Multiple regression analysis was used to evaluate the mediating role of perceived behavioral control. Findings Results show a negative indirect effect of casino servicescape evaluation on customers’ unplanned gaming behaviors through perceived internal control. Moreover, casino customers’ perceived external control does not mediate the relationship between casino servicescape evaluation and unplanned gaming behaviors. Research limitations/implications Findings suggest that a favorable casino servicescape may enhance customers’ perception of control over their personal resources (e.g. skills and knowledge), which in turn facilitate self-regulation of their unplanned gaming behaviors. The findings are limited to Chinese casino customers, and researchers should further validate the results for non-Chinese casino patrons. Practical implications To casino operators, results suggest that the Friedman-style casino design (i.e. compact gambling areas and low ceilings) potentially encourages unplanned gaming behaviors of casino customers. From social-policy perspective, governments can create effective responsible gaming programs by enhancing casino customers’ perceived internal control. Originality/value This study illuminates the process that connects casino servicescape with unplanned gaming behavior by explicitly testing the mediating role of customers’ perceived behavioral control. Moreover, it examines unplanned gaming behaviors of leisure gamblers who represent the mass gaming population.

scholarly journals A Meta-Analytic Review of the Theories of Reasoned Action and Planned Behavior in Physical Activity: Predictive Validity and the Contribution of Additional Variables

2002 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martin S. Hagger ◽  
Nikos L.D. Chatzisarantis ◽  
Stuart J.H. Biddle
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Planned Behavior ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Reasoned Action ◽  
Behavioral Control ◽  
Perceived Behavioral Control ◽  
Past Behavior ◽  
Path Analyses ◽  
Analytic Review ◽  
Quantitative Integration

The aim of the present study was to examine relations between behavior, intentions, attitudes, subjective norms, perceived behavioral control, self-efficacy, and past behavior across studies using the Theories of Reasoned Action (TRA) and Planned Behavior (TPB) in a physical activity context. Meta-analytic techniques were used to correct the correlations between the TRA/TPB constructs for statistical artifacts across 72 studies, and path analyses were conducted to examine the pattern of relationships among the variables. Results demonstrated that the TRA and TPB both exhibited good fit with the corrected correlation matrices, but the TPB accounted for more variance in physical activity intentions and behavior. In addition, self-efficacy explained unique variance in intention, and the inclusion of past behavior in the model resulted in the attenuation of the intention-behavior, attitude-intention, self-efficacy-intention, and self-efficacy-behavior relationships. There was some evidence that the study relationships were moderated by attitude-intention strength and age, but there was a lack of homogeneity in the moderator groups. It was concluded that the major relationships of the TRA/TPB were supported in this quantitative integration of the physical activity literature, and the inclusion of self-efficacy and past behavior are important additions to the model.

Adolescent Physical Activity: Does Implementation Intention Have a Role?

2010 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 497-507 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vaughan Roberts ◽  
Ralph Maddison ◽  
Jane Magnusson ◽  
Harry Prapavessis
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Behavioral Control ◽  
Implementation Intention ◽  
Integrated Model ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Perceived Behavioral Control ◽  
Objectively Measured ◽  
Goal Intention

Background:The current study tested the utility of an integrated social cognitive model to predict physical activity (PA) intentions and behavior in New Zealand adolescents.Method:Seventy-two adolescents (mean age = 16.92, SD = 0.66) completed measures consistent with the integrated model (attitude, subjective norm, perceived behavioral control [PBC], goal intention, task-efficacy, barrier efficacy, and implementation intention). Pedometer data (Yamax SW200 pedometer) were collected for 7 days, and a self-report 7-day recall questionnaire was administered at the end of this week. A series of hierarchical regression analyses were conducted to examine the contribution of the model to PA goal intention, implementation intention, self-reported and objective PA.Results:The integrated model accounted for 41% of goal intention, 33% of implementation intention, and 41% and 18% of subjectively and objectively measured PA, respectively. PBC had the strongest association with goal intention whereas attitude had the strongest association with implementation intention. Task-efficacy made the greatest contribution to objectively measured PA, whereas implementation intention had the strongest association with subjectively measured PA.Conclusion:These findings have implications regarding PA measurement in adolescent populations, and suggest that social cognitive variables play an important role in adolescent PA. Recommendations for future research are discussed.

An intention-based model of transfer of training

2015 ◽  
Vol 38 (8) ◽  
pp. 908-928 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eddie W.L. Cheng ◽  
Karin Sanders ◽  
Ian Hampson
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Transfer Of Training ◽  
Behavioral Control ◽  
Training Model ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Perceived Behavioral Control ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Transfer Behavior

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explicate and test an intention-based model to explain transfer of training behavior. The theory of planned behavior (TPB) is utilized to examine the role of transfer intention in the transfer of training process. Design/methodology/approach – A sample of 132 construction practitioners in Hong Kong was adopted. All measurement and structural models were assessed with structural equation modeling. Findings – Results showed that the three antecedents positively affected transfer intention, while perceived behavioral control and transfer intention affected transfer behavior positively. Moreover, a post hoc analysis supported the mediating role of transfer intention in the relationship between the antecedents and transfer behavior. Practical implications – Confirmation of the mediating role of intention has ascertained that it should be the core of a transfer of training model. To strengthen the transfer behavior, one has to find ways to increase the intention to transfer. Originality/value – This paper examined an intention-based model of transfer of training based on the TPB. The latter has rarely been applied to the prediction of transfer behavior.

The Role of Descriptive Norm within the Theory of Planned Behavior in Predicting Korean Americans' Exercise Behavior

2011 ◽  
Vol 109 (1) ◽  
pp. 208-218 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hyo Lee
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Theory Of Planned Behavior ◽  
Planned Behavior ◽  
Behavioral Control ◽  
Korean Americans ◽  
Exercise Behavior ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Perceived Behavioral Control ◽  
Descriptive Norm ◽  
Injunctive Norm

There are few studies investigating psychosocial mechanisms in Korean Americans' exercise behavior. The present study tested the usefulness of the theory of planned behavior in predicting Korean American's exercise behavior and whether the descriptive norm (i.e., perceptions of what others do) improved the predictive validity of the theory of planned behavior. Using a retrospective design and self-report measures, web-survey responses from 198 Korean-American adults were analyzed using hierarchical regression analyses. The theory of planned behavior constructs accounted for 31% of exercise behavior and 43% of exercise intention. Intention and perceived behavioral control were significant predictors of exercise behavior. Although the descriptive norm did not augment the theory of planned behavior, all original constructs—attitude, injunctive norm (a narrow definition of subjective norm), and perceived behavioral control—statistically significantly predicted leisure-time physical activity intention. Future studies should consider random sampling, prospective design, and objective measures of physical activity.

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