Sex differential mediation effects of planning within the health behavior change process

Lange, Daniela; Barz, Milena; Baldensperger, Linda; Lippke, Sonia; Knoll, Nina; Schwarzer, Ralf

doi:10.1016/j.socscimed.2018.06.004

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“…7 shows the differences in consumption (on days where at least one portion is consumed) between men and women. In keeping with previous research (e.g., see Lange et al, 2018), females eat significantly more portions of fruit and vegetables per positive consumption day (mean for females = 3.43; mean for males = 3.13; p < 0.00005). They also consume both fruits and vegetables more frequently throughout the week (Fig.…”

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Lettuce be happy: A longitudinal UK study on the relationship between fruit and vegetable consumption and well-being

Ocean

Howley

Ensor

2019

Social Science & Medicine

139

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Rationale While the role of diet in influencing physical health is now well-established, some recent research suggests that increased consumption of fruits and vegetables could play a role in enhancing mental well-being. A limitation with much of this existing research is its reliance on cross-sectional correlations, convenience samples, and/or lack of adequate controls. Objective We aim to add to the emerging literature on the relationship between fruit and vegetable consumption and well-being by using longitudinal data from a study in the United Kingdom (UK). Method We employ panel data analytical techniques on three waves collected between 2010 and 2017 (i.e., following the same individuals over time) in the UK Household Longitudinal Survey. We also control for time-variant confounders such as diet, health, and lifestyle behaviours. Results Fixed effects regressions show that mental well-being (GHQ-12) responds in a dose-response fashion to increases in both the quantity and the frequency of fruit and vegetables consumed. This relationship is robust to the use of subjective well-being (life satisfaction) instead of mental well-being. We also document a hump-shaped relationship between fruit and vegetable consumption and age. Conclusion Our findings provide further evidence that persuading people to consume more fruits and vegetables may not only benefit their physical health in the long-run, but also their mental well-being in the short-run.

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Lettuce be happy: A longitudinal UK study on the relationship between fruit and vegetable consumption and well-being

Ocean

Howley

Ensor

2019

Social Science & Medicine

139

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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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“…Four studies assessed moderation by socioeconomic factors ( n = 4 statistically significant), with a wide variety of factors assessed, including age, race, sex, and education level ( Table 1 and Table 2 c, and Figure 3 ) [ 52 , 53 , 54 , 55 ]. Gibson [ 53 ] found that age and race moderated between the intention to social distance and actual social distancing behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic, such that intentions were translated into practice more often in older adults and those identifying as White.…”

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“…Additionally, Schuz [ 54 ] found that a higher education level resulted in a greater influence of intention on multiple different behaviors, including fruit and vegetable consumption, physical activity, alcohol consumption, flossing, healthy snack consumption, limiting the amount of time spent sitting daily, low-fat diet, and breast or testicular self-exams. Lange and colleagues [ 55 ] examined the role of sex in a moderated mediation model and found that sex moderated the effect of planning in the intention–behavior gap in cases of fruit and vegetable consumption, physical activity, and sun protection behaviors, with planning mediating the intention–behavior pathway for men but not women. On the other hand, Rhodes [ 52 ] found a moderating effect of sex within the intention–physical activity pathway, such that intention was successfully translated into physical activity for women but not men.…”

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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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“…Social factors or socio-demographic attributes are significant covariates of urban residents’ mental health [ 54 ]; thus, gender is another factor that may moderate the LDCW well-being experience. Because of their longstanding social roles and social identities, men and women have different physical activity behaviors [ 55 , 56 ]. Overall, women spend considerably more time walking than men [ 57 ] and more women than men walk for errands and leisure, in line with a general trend for women to devote more time and make more trips than men to serve their household [ 58 ].…”

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Perceived Environmental, Individual and Social Factors of Long-Distance Collective Walking in Cities

Yang

Dai

et al. 2018

IJERPH

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Long-distance collective walking is a popular activity in cities across China. However, related research is limited, creating a research gap to explore participants’ dynamic experience and related influential factors. Therapeutic mobilities theory explores the relationships among walking, health, and well-being from a qualitative perspective. Based on therapeutic mobilities theory, following a systematic process, this study develops a scale to quantitatively estimate the perceived environmental, personal, and social factors that may influence health and well-being. By applying construal level theory, this paper further hypothesizes that personality traits and familiarity moderate environmental, personal, and social perceptions. Data were collected with a paper survey (n = 926) from the “Shenzhen 100 km Walking” event. The findings highlight that long-distance collective walkers have comparatively greater experiences of health and well-being in three aspects: positive social interaction, individual development, and environmental understanding. Personality traits, familiarity, and gender moderate this well-being experience. Theoretical and managerial implications are discussed.

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Sex differential mediation effects of planning within the health behavior change process

Cited by 8 publications

References 38 publications

Lettuce be happy: A longitudinal UK study on the relationship between fruit and vegetable consumption and well-being

Lettuce be happy: A longitudinal UK study on the relationship between fruit and vegetable consumption and well-being

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

Perceived Environmental, Individual and Social Factors of Long-Distance Collective Walking in Cities

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