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Nothing so practical as theory: a rapid review of the use of behaviour change theory in family planning interventions involving men and boys
BackgroundThere is growing recognition of the need for interventions that effectively involve men and boys to promote family planning behaviours....
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A theory-based evaluation of the Leadership for Universal Health Coverage Programme: insights for multisectoral leadership development in global health
BackgroundLeadership to manage the complex political and technical challenges of moving towards universal health coverage (UHC) is widely recognized...
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Testing the contextual Interaction theory in a UHC pilot district in South Africa
BackgroundWorld-wide, there is growing universal health coverage (UHC) enthusiasm. The South African government began piloting policies aimed at...
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Using normalization process theory to evaluate the use of patient-centred outcome measures in specialist palliative home care—a qualitative interview study
BackgroundStandardised use of patient-centred outcome measures (PCOMs) improves aspects of quality of care. Normalization Process Theory (NPT)...
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Theory and Meditation of Confucian Mindfulness: Analysis Based on the Concept of Vigilance in Solitude in Chinese Confucianism
Mindfulness has become an area of great interest in Western psychology, but it has been criticized for its de-religionization. Based on Chinese...
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Ready, set, go! The role of organizational readiness to predict adoption of a family caregiver training program using the Rogers’ diffusion of innovation theory
BackgroundCaregivers FIRST is an evidence-based program addressing gaps in caregivers’ skills. In 2020, the Veterans Health Administration Caregiver...
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‘Immediate access … everywhere you go’: a Grounded Theory Study of How Smartphone Betting Can Facilitate Harmful Sports Betting Behaviours Amongst Young Adults
This study explored how the use of smartphones can influence sports betting by young adults, compared to using computers and land-based betting...
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Clinical efficacy of one-finger meditation massage on IBS-C based on the “gut-brain axis” theory: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
BackgroundAs a common disorder of the gastrointestinal tract, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can have negative effects on patients and society, with...
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“There is no expiration date”: a qualitative analysis using the Social Cognitive Theory to identify factors influencing physical activity among adults living with advanced cancer
PurposeTo identify cognitive, behavioral, environmental, and other factors that influence physical activity in adults with advanced cancer using...
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IMP2ART: development of a multi-level programme theory integrating the COM-B model and the iPARIHS framework, to enhance implementation of supported self-management of asthma in primary care
BackgroundSupported asthma self-management, incorporating an asthma action plan and annual clinical review, has been recommended by UK/global...
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Parent Intention to Participate in an Online Intervention to Enhance Health Behavior Change Among Youth Treated with Psychotropic Medication Who are Overweight or Obese: An Application of the Theory of Planned Behavior
Youth with mental health disorders (MHD), particularly those who take psychotropic medications, are at increased risk of being overweight or obese...
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Using Rasch measurement theory to explore the fitness for purpose of the genetic counseling outcome scale: a tale of two scales
BackgroundThe genetic counseling outcome scale (GCOS-24) is commonly used in clinical genetics to measure patient empowerment; however, there is...
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Nutrition-focused group intervention with a strength-based counseling approach for people with clinical depression: a study protocol for the Food for Mind randomized controlled trial
BackgroundDepression is a highly prevalent mental disorder with major public health effects globally. It impairs the quality of life and reduces the...
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Maintaining work life under threat of symptoms: a grounded theory study of work life experiences in persons with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
BackgroundIrritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a highly prevalent functional gastrointestinal disorder. Earlier studies have shown that IBS can limit...
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Using Delphi method to develop Chinese women’s cervical cancer screening intention scale based on planned behavior theory
BackgroundCervical cancer is the most common malignant tumor in women with a high mortality rate. However, the awareness and participation of women...
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Development of a Programme Theory for Early Intervention Vocational Rehabilitation: A Realist Literature Review
Purpose Little is currently known about how early intervention vocational rehabilitation (EIVR) works for people with newly acquired neurological...
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The social cognitive and neural mechanisms that underlie social functioning in individuals with schizophrenia – a review
In many individuals with a diagnosis of schizophrenia social functioning is impaired across the lifespan. Social cognition has emerged as one of the...
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Relationship between social cognition and premorbid adjustment in psychosis: a systematic review
This systematic review provides a comprehensive overview of the association between premorbid adjustment and social cognition in people with...
