Examining social-cognitive determinants of intention and physical activity among black and white adolescent girls using structural equation modeling.

Robert W Motl; Rod K. Dishman; Dianne S. Ward; Ruth P. Saunders; Marsha Dowda; Gwen Felton; Russell R. Pate

doi:10.1037/0278-6133.21.5.459

Examining social-cognitive determinants of intention and physical activity among black and white adolescent girls using structural equation modeling.

Robert W Motl, Rod K. Dishman, Dianne S. Ward, Ruth P. Saunders, Marsha Dowda, Gwen Felton, Russell R. Pate

Kinesiology and Community Health

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Abstract

Structural equation modeling was used to evaluate components within the theories of reasoned action (TRA), planned behavior (TPB), and self-efficacy (SET) for understanding moderate and vigorous physical activity among 1,797 Black and White adolescent girls. Modest to strong support was provided for components of TPB and SET; weak support was provided for components of TRA. Perceived behavioral control was related to vigorous physical activity. Self-efficacy was related to moderate and vigorous physical activity, and it accounted for the effect of intention on physical activity. The observed relationships were similar between Black and White girls. Self-efficacy and perceived behavioral control are independent influences on physical activity among Black and White adolescent girls and warrant study as potential mediators in physical activity interventions.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	459-467
Number of pages	9
Journal	Health Psychology
Volume	21
Issue number	5
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1037/0278-6133.21.5.459
State	Published - Sep 1 2002

Keywords

Attitude
Expectation
Perceived behavioral control
Race
Self-efficacy
Social norm

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Psychiatry and Mental health
Applied Psychology

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