Table 1

Theories and theoretical constructs

Category of theory
Theory
Theoretical constructs

Motivational
Theory of planned behaviour
Behavioural intention


Perceived behavioural control


Attitude towards the behaviour


Subjective norm



Social cognitive theory
Self-efficacy

Action
Operant conditioning
Anticipated consequences of the behaviour


Frequency of performing the behaviour in the past



Implementation intentions
Extent of prior planning



Leventhal's self-regulation theory
Perceived identity of the condition


Perceived cause of the condition


Perceived controllability of the condition


Perceived duration of condition


Perceived consequences of condition


Emotional response to the condition

Stage of change

Current stage of change

Walker et al. BMC Health Services Research 2003 3:22   doi:10.1186/1472-6963-3-22