Behavioral change theories · USMLE Step 1

A patient decides to start jogging because her coworkers have become runners and share their progress. Which theory best explains this?

  1. Social Cognitive Theory
  2. Transtheoretical Model
  3. Health Belief Model
  4. Theory of Planned Behavior
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Correct answer: Social Cognitive Theory

Social Cognitive Theory describes behavior influenced by observing others. The coworkers’ actions serve as models.

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