From Physical Activity Intention to Behavior: The Moderation Role of Mental Toughness Among College Students and Wage Earners

Cao, Zhibo; Yang, Yongtao; Ding, Weiwei; Huang, Zhijian

doi:10.3389/fpsyg.2021.584760

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“…The initial search yielded 822 hits, with 698 after the removal of duplicates ( Figure 1 ). After title and abstract review, 41 full-text articles were assessed for eligibility, and 33 studies met the inclusion criteria and were retained in the final review [ 16 , 21 , 28 , 29 , 30 , 31 , 32 , 33 , 34 , 35 , 36 , 37 , 38 , 39 , 40 , 41 , 42 , 43 , 44 , 45 , 46 , 47 , 48 , 49 , 50 , 51 , 52 , 53 , 54 , 55 , 56 , 57 , 58 ]. The majority of the studies utilized a noncontrolled timeseries or pre-post design, with follow-up periods ranging from 1 week to 6 months ( Table 1 ).…”

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“…Of seven studies assessing personality traits as moderators in the intention–behavior pathway, two studies found statistically significant moderators [ 45 , 46 ], while five studies did not [ 47 , 48 , 49 , 50 , 51 ] ( Table 1 and Table 2 c, and Figure 3 ). De Bruijn et al [ 46 ] assessed neuroticism and conscientiousness, which are two traits from the Five-Factor Model of Personality (FFM), and found that neuroticism moderated the intention–fruit consumption gap, such that lower neuroticism led to a stronger relationship between intention and behavior.…”

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“…On the other hand, MacCann [ 47 ] and Monds [ 48 ] assessed the moderating effect of the HEXACO personality domains (honesty and humility, emotionality, extraversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, and openness to experience) on the intention–physical activity and intention–fruit and vegetable consumption pathways, respectively, and found no statistically significant moderators. Similarly, Hannan [ 50 ] and Hartson [ 51 ] found no moderating roles for mental toughness or mindfulness, respectively, between intention and physical activity, while Cao [ 49 ] found that mental toughness served as a moderator in the intention–physical activity gap in Chinese college students but not in adult wage earners.…”

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The Moderating Power of Impulsivity: A Systematic Literature Review Examining the Theory of Planned Behavior

Hohmann

Garza

2022

Pharmacy

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The theory of planned behavior (TPB) states that behavioral intention is the best predictor of actual behavior change. However, intention explains only a portion of the variance in behavior. Of specific interest is the question of which moderating or mediating variables can be leveraged to aid health promotion interventions utilizing the tenets of behavioral economics (delay discounting and commitment contracts) in the intention–behavior pathway. Impulsivity has been postulated to fill this role and may be applied to multiple behaviors. We aim to determine if impulsivity moderates the association between intention and actual behavior in the TPB, to discover what other variables may moderate or mediate this association, and to apply the findings to future studies in the field of behavioral economics. To this end, a systematic review was conducted using the PubMed, PsychINFO, and Embase online databases. Eligible studies in peer-reviewed journals published prior to November 2021 were selected. Thirty-three studies were included in the final review, examining physical activity, diet, preventive health, mental health, addiction, and medication adherence behaviors. Three main concepts emerged: (1) impulsivity moderates the association between intention and behavior change; (2) self-efficacy moderates the association between intention and behavior change; and (3) planning and self-efficacy contribute to moderated mediation. This review demonstrates a gap in the literature regarding the application of the TPB to the intention–behavior pathway for health behaviors. Future studies in behavioral economics may leverage the variables of impulsivity, self-efficacy, and planning to predict follow-through in this area and to develop targeted change initiatives.

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The Moderating Power of Impulsivity: A Systematic Literature Review Examining the Theory of Planned Behavior

Hohmann

Garza

2022

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“…Prior studies that have noted the importance of the TPB to observing and explaining human behavior and helps to understand how people change or modify behavior [24]. In general, the finding of this study indicated that the overall means of attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control for all participants toward participation in physical activity were (5.18 out of 7.00), (3.41 out of 5.00), and (3.55 out of 5.00) respectively.…”

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Investigating the predictors of physical activity behavior among female college students in Saudi Arabia using the theory of planned behavior

Al Salim

2023

PES

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Background and Study Aim. Physical inactivity is a major public health concern, particularly among female college students in Saudi Arabia. The theory of planned behavior (TPB) suggests that attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control (PBC) are important predictors of behavioral intentions and behaviors. The aim of this study was to examine the role of attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control in predicting physical activity intentions among female university students in Saudi Arabia, using the theory of planned behavior as a framework. Material and Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 758 female college students from the University of Hafr Al Batin in Saudi Arabia. The measurement tool consisted of Godin-Shephard questions on leisure-time physical activity and theory-planned behavior questionnaires. Results. The study found that perceived behavioral control and attitude were significant predictors of physical activity intentions among female college students. However, subjective norms did not have a significant impact on the predictor variable. Furthermore, there was a statistical effect to predict involvement in physical activity from physical activity intention among female college students.. Conclusions. The study's findings suggest that the theory of planned behavior is a useful framework for understanding and interpreting physical activity intentions among female college students in Saudi Arabia. Interventions that aim to increase perceived behavioral control and positive attitudes towards physical activity may be effective in promoting physical activity among this population.

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“…We further asked if females reported lower MT scores, compared to male participants, and the answer was no. Previous studies showed that MT scores were associated with higher physical activity and exercise scores [ 30 , 47 , 48 , 51 , 63 , 64 , 76 , 77 , 78 ] and that such physical activity and exercise levels were associated with dimensions of psychological functioning. Given this, it is conceivable that the sample of active young adults was too homogeneous in their physical activity levels and psychological functioning, such to preclude higher statistical variance and thus a more meaningful pattern.…”

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Gender Differences and Relationship of 2D:4D-Ratio, Mental Toughness and Dark Triad Traits among Active Young Adults

Sani

Bahmani

Fathirezaie

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Biology

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There is consistent evidence that prenatal exposures to higher testosterone and lower estrogen concentrations during the first trimester of embryonal and fetal development are associated with a lower 2D:4D-ratio, which is to say: The index finger (2D) is shorter, compared to the ring finger (4D). Compared to non-active, athletes show lower 2D:4D ratios. However, athletes also report specific personality traits such as mental toughness, assertiveness, and competitive behavior. Here, we tested if 2D:4D-ratios were related to specific personality traits. We further investigated possible gender differences. A total of 460 active young adults (mean age: 24.81 years; 67% females) completed a series of self-rating questionnaires covering sociodemographic information and traits of the dark triad and mental toughness. Participants also provided a scan of their right palm hand to measure and calculate 2D:4D-ratios. t-tests, Pearson’s correlations, and multiple regression analysis were performed to analyze data. Compared to male participants, female participants had a higher 2D:4D-ratio. Female and male participants did not differ as regards dark triad traits and mental toughness traits. Irrespective of gender, and based on correlational computations, 2D:4D-ratios were unrelated to the dark triad (DT) and mental toughness (MT) scores. Higher DT scores were modestly associated with higher MT scores among females, but not among males. Lower 2D:4D-ratios were associated with higher constancy scores and the male gender. The constancy and male gender appeared to be associated with lower 2D:4D-ratios.

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From Physical Activity Intention to Behavior: The Moderation Role of Mental Toughness Among College Students and Wage Earners

Cited by 6 publications

References 65 publications

The Moderating Power of Impulsivity: A Systematic Literature Review Examining the Theory of Planned Behavior

The Moderating Power of Impulsivity: A Systematic Literature Review Examining the Theory of Planned Behavior

Investigating the predictors of physical activity behavior among female college students in Saudi Arabia using the theory of planned behavior

Gender Differences and Relationship of 2D:4D-Ratio, Mental Toughness and Dark Triad Traits among Active Young Adults

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