Attitudes and Intentions to Performing Testicular Self-Examination: Utilizing an Extended Theory of Planned Behavior

Caroline McGilligan, Carol McClenahan, Gary Adamson

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Abstract

This study examined the ability of an extended 35-year-old to perform self-examinition (TSE). In a hierarchical regression analysis TPB components attitude, subjective norm and self-efficacy and the added constructs, past behavior. and anticipated regret all emerged as significant independent predictors of TSE intention. Overall. 64% of the variance in TSE intention was explained. Although prospective research is needed to confirm these preliminary finding, they suggest that In extended TPB might be a useful framework to guide interventions aimed at promoting TSE. (C) 2009 Society for Adolescent Medicine. All rights reserved.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)404-406
JournalJournal of Adolescent Health
Volume44
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished (in print/issue) - Apr 2009

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