Health Belief Model

The Health Belief Model is a framework that helps understand why people take or avoid health actions. It suggests that individuals are more likely to engage in healthy behaviors if they believe they are susceptible to a health problem, see it as serious, and think taking action would reduce their risk. Additionally, they must believe they can successfully take action without significant barriers. In essence, it highlights the importance of personal perceptions and beliefs in influencing health-related decisions and behaviors.