HLSC 1F90 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Observational Learning, Stimulus Control, Consciousness Raising
12 May 2016
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The best definition of theory is a set of concepts, definitions & propositions that explain or predict events or situations by illustrating the relationships between variables. Focusing just on a person"s behavior ignores important determinants of health outside of the individual e. g. , political, economic, social, environmental, and genetic factors. Focusing just on a person"s behavior blames the victim for his/her own poor health. Today we recognize health is influenced by factors outside the individual. Two key concepts derive from this understanding: Health occurs within the context of multiple levels of influence. Behavior influences and is influenced by the social environment. *(remember this table) intrapersonal, interpersonal and community levels affect our health. Health promotion: interventions that are aimed at encouraging individuals and communities to. Educational/behavioral supports changing individual knowledge, beliefs, skills, values, etc. make healthier choices, and typically involve: Organizational supports providing programs, services, equipment, materials, resources.
