Essay-Health Issues and Theory
In a 5 page paper (using APA format), review your identified health issue. Explain and defend how the health behavior theory(ies) from this week’s chapters provide evidence of addressing the issue. If one theory was more applicable over another, explain why this is so.
This week you will need to read:
Health Behavior Theory, Research, and Practice
Chapters 4, 5, and 6.

Health Belief Model
This week we look more in-depth at the models which affect individual behavior. In Chapters 4-6 you are introduced to various theories such as the Health Belief Model (HBM), Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA), Theory of Planned Behavior, and the Integrated Behavioral Model and their common constructs, strengths and limitations. Consider each theory’s relevance, if any, to your selected health issue addressed in the week 1 paper.