Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ538368
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1996
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Predictors of Health Behavior from a Behavior-Analytic Orientation.
Birkimer, John C.; And Others
Journal of Social Psychology, v136 n2 p181-189 Apr 1996
Discovers a high correlation between positive emotional states, supportive self talk, and specific healthy behaviors in college students. The correlated health behaviors were vigorous exercise, mild exercise, seat belts, and avoidance of alcohol and junk food. Considers the impact of negative self talk on the avoidance of negative behavior. (MJP)
Descriptors: Behavior, College Students, Happiness, Health Behavior, Health Promotion, Health Related Fitness, Higher Education, Interpersonal Competence, Life Style, Personality, Personality Traits, Prosocial Behavior, Psychological Patterns, Self Concept, Self Esteem, Social Psychology, Student Attitudes, Student Behavior, Student Welfare, Well Being
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles
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Audience: Researchers
Language: English
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