One of the intrapersonal health behavior models that were used to create this fact sheet was called the Health Behavior Model. A theory that helps understand health behavior decisions and how to influence a persons desire to change their health behavior. The Health Behavior Model was developed in the 1950s, by a group of psychologists at the US Public Health Service. This was in response to why people did not want to engage in disease prevention strategies for the early detection of disease. One of those social psychologists, Rosenstock, reported that peoples decisions to engage in preventative measures,” depended on their perception of threats, benefits and barriers: (Haber, 2013, p. 113). This theory was influenced by six concepts; perceived
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By doing these small steps you are lowering their susceptibility to osteoporosis leading to perceived benefits. Preventative measures are also mentioned in the fact sheet,” increased mobility”, “sense of well being”, and “improvement of muscular strength”. I listed just a few preventative measures to take, because I thought they were all achievable. It does not matter what your age is, changing habits now will affect your bone health in the future. You can start by making sure you are consuming enough calcium and vitamin D and eating a well balanced diet, which includes fruits and vegetables, exercising more, and avoid smoking and alcohol (National Osteoporosis Foundation, (n.d).
I know that when people hear the word “test”, they do get a little hesitant because some tests can be painful and I wanted to make sure that I addressed the potential barriers to making the decision to be screened for osteoporosis. I listed the DEXA screening test because I wanted the reader to know what the test measured and also to show them that getting this test was “painless” and “takes less than 15 minutes”. I included a picture, because it is nice to put a picture to a description to give the reader a …show more content…
The elderly are already living on a tight budget; so I wanted them explore their options. I mentioned that Medicare B covers this test but there are certain criteria that must be met, and some insurance companies cover this at no cost to the consumer (Medicare.gov). I made sure that I mentioned in the fact sheet a few times to make sure “they contact their doctor or nurse “ if they have any questions. Another barrier could be the location of the test. I mentioned in the fact sheet that screenings could be done at most medical centers and hospitals, giving them more flexibility of options.
I mentioned “cues to actions” in the fact sheet telling the reader to “contact your healthcare provider” and schedule a bone density test today and “set up reminder calls” . Letting the reader know that it is as simple as making a phone call, I hope will encourage them to call their doctor. I addressed self-efficacy by making a two-word statement at the end “Take Action”. My meaning behind that is if you feel that you can make a change today, then do
By doing these small steps you are lowering their susceptibility to osteoporosis leading to perceived benefits. Preventative measures are also mentioned in the fact sheet,” increased mobility”, “sense of well being”, and “improvement of muscular strength”. I listed just a few preventative measures to take, because I thought they were all achievable. It does not matter what your age is, changing habits now will affect your bone health in the future. You can start by making sure you are consuming enough calcium and vitamin D and eating a well balanced diet, which includes fruits and vegetables, exercising more, and avoid smoking and alcohol (National Osteoporosis Foundation, (n.d).
I know that when people hear the word “test”, they do get a little hesitant because some tests can be painful and I wanted to make sure that I addressed the potential barriers to making the decision to be screened for osteoporosis. I listed the DEXA screening test because I wanted the reader to know what the test measured and also to show them that getting this test was “painless” and “takes less than 15 minutes”. I included a picture, because it is nice to put a picture to a description to give the reader a …show more content…
The elderly are already living on a tight budget; so I wanted them explore their options. I mentioned that Medicare B covers this test but there are certain criteria that must be met, and some insurance companies cover this at no cost to the consumer (Medicare.gov). I made sure that I mentioned in the fact sheet a few times to make sure “they contact their doctor or nurse “ if they have any questions. Another barrier could be the location of the test. I mentioned in the fact sheet that screenings could be done at most medical centers and hospitals, giving them more flexibility of options.
I mentioned “cues to actions” in the fact sheet telling the reader to “contact your healthcare provider” and schedule a bone density test today and “set up reminder calls” . Letting the reader know that it is as simple as making a phone call, I hope will encourage them to call their doctor. I addressed self-efficacy by making a two-word statement at the end “Take Action”. My meaning behind that is if you feel that you can make a change today, then do