Research has found that which factors of the health belief model predict adherence to health behaviors most accurately?
A) Perceived susceptibility to and severity of disease
B) Perceived benefits of and barriers to the behaviors
C) Perceived disease susceptibility and behavior benefits
D) Perceived disease severity and barriers to the behaviors

Question

Research has found that which factors of the health belief model predict adherence to health behaviors most accurately?​
A) ​Perceived susceptibility to and severity of disease
B) ​Perceived benefits of and barriers to the behaviors
C) ​Perceived disease susceptibility and behavior benefits
D) ​Perceived disease severity and barriers to the behaviors

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Research has found that perceived benefits of and barriers to health behaviors predict adherence most accurately, as they directly influence an individual's motivation to engage in those behaviors. Perceived susceptibility to and severity of disease can also be important factors in behavior change, but they may not be as effective in predicting adherence as perceived benefits and barriers.

Research Has Found That Which Factors of the Health Belief