Theoretical Domains: A Heuristic for Teaching Behavioral Theory in HIV/STD Prevention Courses

The HIV/STD epidemics have broadened the need for better behavioral intervention programs and high-lighted the importance of providing training in behavioral theory to frontline program practitioners. However, there is a lack of effective methods for teaching theoretical concepts to people who may n...

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Published in:Health promotion practice 2004-10, Vol.5 (4), p.404-417
Main Authors: Dolcini, M. Margaret, Canin, Lisa, Gandelman, Alice, Skolnik, Heidi
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Behavior Therapy - methods
Emotions
Environment
Female
HIV Infections - prevention & control
Humans
Male
Risk
Self Concept
Sexual Behavior
Sexually Transmitted Diseases - prevention & control
Teaching
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Summary:The HIV/STD epidemics have broadened the need for better behavioral intervention programs and high-lighted the importance of providing training in behavioral theory to frontline program practitioners. However, there is a lack of effective methods for teaching theoretical concepts to people who may not have a background in behavioral science. This article presents a solution to this challenge by introducing a new heuristic for teaching theory and for placing individual theories/ -models in a broader context. Using a broad framework, we identify five domains that influence behavior: risk appraisal, self-perceptions, emotions and arousal, relationships and social influence, and environmental and structural factors. Each domain is described, and a brief overview of supporting literature is provided. Following the presentation of domains, we discuss course structure and activities.
ISSN:1524-8399
1552-6372
DOI:10.1177/1524839903257997