According to the Social Cognitive Theory, self-efficacy is a direct predictor of intention and of behavior. Self-efficacy also pertains to a sense of control over one’s environm

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Question 1

According to the Social Cognitive Theory, self-efficacy is a direct predictor of intention and of behavior. Self-efficacy also pertains to a sense of control over one's environment and behavior. It also influences the effort one puts forth to change risk behavior and the persistence to continue striving despite barriers and setbacks that may undermine motivation. Self-efficacy is directly related to health behavior, but it also affects health behaviors indirectly through its impact on goals. Lastly, self-efficacy influences the challenges that people take on as well as how high they set their goals. 

What does this theory conclude about individuals that have a strong sense of self-efficacy? What type of goals are these individuals usually selecting for themselves? How about their focus? Do they actually focus on the opportunities or obstacles they are facing? 

Your response must be at least 225 words in length.

Question 2

The Social Cognitive Theory (SCT) explains how people acquire and maintain certain behavioral patterns. Please outline some of those patterns and explain why they occur in the first place. Also, indicate how health promotion practitioners use this theory’s principles in order to design effective behavior change interventions. 

Your response must be at least 225 words in length.

Question 3

As you are aware by now, the concept of social marketing is being widely used to influence health behavior. Please define the term social marketing and then discuss some of this concept’s key principles. Also, explain how social marketing is being used in various health promotion programs. 

Your response must be at least 225 words in length.

Question 4

Discuss how an existing poorly structured organizational culture might affect the work-related health behaviors of a company’s workers.

Your response must be at least 225 words in length.

Question 5

Are there any ethical issues that may arise while using theories in health promotion?

Your response must be at least 225 words in length.