Pro-environmental behaviour of healthcare professionals: a study applying theory of planned behaviour

2021 ◽  
Vol 28 (3) ◽  
pp. 219
Author(s):  
Rakhma Ramadhina ◽  
Angga Prawira Kautsar ◽  
N.A. Sriwidodo ◽  
Rizky Abdulah ◽  
Sunu Widianto
2021 ◽  
Vol 28 (3) ◽  
pp. 219
Author(s):  
Sunu Widianto ◽  
Angga Prawira Kautsar ◽  
N.A. Sriwidodo ◽  
Rizky Abdulah ◽  
Rakhma Ramadhina

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sara El-Deeb ◽  
Maria Correia ◽  
Christian Richter

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate what drives people to show a willingness to mitigate the effects of climate change. To accomplish this goal, this research uses the theory of planned behaviour to examine whether attitude towards climate change, subjective norm and perceived behavioural control are potential determinants of a pro-environmental intention and thus a pro-environmental behaviour.Design/methodology/approachThis explanatory paper applies a Fuzzy Set Qualitative Comparative Analysis to identify the key drivers of pro-environmental intention and behaviour. A non-probability convenience sample of 481 Egyptian respondents was collected.FindingsThis study finds that awareness combined with a willingness to pay to mitigate climate change are key drivers of pro-environmental intention. Moreover, personal responsibility and confidence in the ability to mitigate climate change also trigger climate-friendly intentions. Finally, it is found that societal engagement and willingness to take action increase the propensity to exhibit pro-environmental behaviour.Research limitations/implicationsThe results of our analysis cannot be generalized to the Egyptian population as a whole as our sample only comprises a sample of Egyptian students.Originality/valueThis paper is novel as it is the first that applies Qualitative Comparative Analysis to the Theory of Planned Behaviour. By doing so, the paper sheds light on the understanding of key cognitive, social-psychological and behavioural factors which lead to environmental actions. Hence, it provides policy-makers with a framework to support a more sustainable society.


Author(s):  
Osarodion Ogiemwonyi ◽  
Amran Bin Harun

Abstract The depletion of the natural environment and earth-wide natural resources have led to the increasing demand for green products. This has made young consumers carry on the green, and as a result, it affects the organization’s bottom line in building a positive image and goodwill message. This research explored the facet to investigate while applying some constructs from the Ajzen’s existing theory of planned behaviour (TPB) model with additional construct. 250 viable responses were applied and path modelling using SmartPLS 3.0 analyses was used to establish the model proposed. The results indicate that among the TPB constructs, perceived behavioural control (PBC), green perceived attitude (GPA), and other contextual constructs influence pro-environmental behaviour (PEB) positively. Looking at the relative importance of constructs, perceived green culture (PGC) followed by (GPA) had a stronger impact on PEB. The study provides evidence that young green consumers exhibit great concern towards environment, through model supportability and the inclusion of additional constructs which was supported in the TPB providing insight, and holding a sense of responsibility in the consumption pattern for a peaceful future. The obtained results can promote scientific progress in the respective research area and policy implications.


2010 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tiina Kortteisto ◽  
Minna Kaila ◽  
Jorma Komulainen ◽  
Taina Mäntyranta ◽  
Pekka Rissanen

2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 550-564
Author(s):  
Christine O’Connell ◽  
Roz Shafran ◽  
Paul M Camic ◽  
Mandy Bryon ◽  
Deborah Christie

Objectives: This study aimed to investigate factors influencing referral of children with physical illness to paediatric psychology. Due to high rates of mental health problems within this population, studies have shown that referral to paediatric psychology should be increased. However, few studies have examined factors shaping healthcare professionals’ referral behaviour. Methods: This study used the theory of planned behaviour to develop a questionnaire which explores factors influencing the referral of children and families to paediatric psychology. Psychometric properties of the questionnaire were examined. Results: The questionnaire was found to have good reliability and validity. The main constructs of the theory of planned behaviour were useful in predicting intention to refer to paediatric psychology. Specific beliefs about referral were shown to influence intention to refer. Conclusion: Findings suggest that individual attitudes and beliefs can impact healthcare professionals’ referral behaviour, indicating that multidisciplinary interventions and inter-professional education relating to the psychological aspects of illness are required.


2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 516-528
Author(s):  
Bhavana Arya ◽  
Shiromi Chaturvedi

Abstract Existing research in environmental psychology suggests that humans are conscious of the impact that their actions have on the environment. However, a corresponding change is yet to be seen in the voluntary adoption of pro-environmental behaviour by the Indian population. While there is an overall improvement in the ecological consciousness, we need to find out the psychological factors that promote adoption and maintenance of environmentally responsible behaviour. The current study incorporated the construct of consideration of future consequences (CFC) into the theory of planned behaviour (TPB) to investigate energy-conservation behaviour in 232 college students. Results confirmed that TPB constructs predict pro-environmental behaviour. Results also confirmed that consideration of future consequences is positively related to efficiency enhancing pro-environment behaviour. The research has implications for planning interventions that address both adoption and maintenance of pro-environment behaviour.


2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 105-116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Veronika Budovska ◽  
Antonio Torres Delgado ◽  
Torvald Øgaard

This paper presents a scenario-based experimental study carried out to examine the pro-environmental behaviour of hotel guests. Using data from surveys of 438 respondents, we tested Ajzens’ Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) to explain the decision-making process and the influence of social normative interventions on intention formation regarding towel reuse. Based on theoretical support, a refined TPB model was created, incorporating past behaviour construct. The results revealed that behavioural intentions did not statistically differ between four groups of customers who were exposed to four types of messages: injunctive, descriptive, combined normative and the standard hotel message. Structural equation analysis disclosed that attitude, subjective norm and perceived behavioural control positively affected hotel guests’ intention to reuse a towel. Further investigation indicated direct and indirect effects of past behaviour on core TPB variables while a refined model showed a better fit to the data and greater predictive power than the original TPB.


Author(s):  
Zalina Hashim ◽  
Rosima Alias ◽  
Siti Mariam ◽  
Nur Farzana

Objective - In particular, this study focuses on exploring characteristics of individuals or personality that correlate with the tendency to perform recycling behaviour among the university students using Theory of Planned behaviour. Methodology/Technique - Since behavioural changes is one of the determinant to ensure the achievements of recycling programmes, this paper intend to study on variables that could improve individual involvement on pro-environmental behaviour. Findings - However, results shown that the overall recycling rate in the country is still low compared to other poor countries such as India. Novelty - Recycling has grown in interest, both in the past and present as there were many studies focusing on this. Over the decades, Malaysian Government has been struggling to increase the recycling rate in the country through campaigns and advertisements and providing recycle facilities to public. Type of Paper: Review Keywords : Recycling; Pro-environmental Behaviour; Personality; Theory of Planned Behaviour


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