Application of behavioral change theory and models on COVID-19 preventive behaviors, worldwide: A systematic review.

Tadele Fentabil Anagaw Misganaw Guadie TirunehEneyew Talie Fenta

Published in: SAGE open medicine (2023)

This systematic review summarizes comprehensive evidence on the application of behavioral change theory and model on COVID-19 preventive behaviors globally. A total of seven behavioral change theories and models were included. The HBM and TPBs were most commonly used for COVID-19 preventive behaviors. Therefore, the application of behavioral change theory and models is recommended for developing behavioral change interventional strategies.

Keyphrases

coronavirus disease
sars cov
systematic review
randomized controlled trial
meta analyses
respiratory syndrome coronavirus