Theoretical explanations for maintenance of behaviour change: a systematic review of behaviour theories

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Authors

Dominika Kwaśnicka · Newcastle University

Stephan U Dombrowski · University of Stirling

Falko F. Sniehotta · Newcastle University

Abstract

There are distinct patterns of theoretical explanations for behaviour change and for behaviour change maintenance. The findings from this review can guide the development and evaluation of interventions promoting maintenance of health behaviours and help in the development of an integrated theory of behaviour change maintenance.

Topics & Keywords

Behavioral Health and Interventions Environmental Education and Sustainability Community Health and Development

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Reduced inequalities

Publication Details

Published in: Health Psychology Review

Volume 10, Issue 3, pp. 277-296

DOI: 10.1080/17437199.2016.1151372

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