Table 1.
TPB constructs | Questions | Scale |
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Knowledge | Which of the following diseases is created with overweight and obesity? | True /False |
Attitudes | Weight loss decreases the risk of cardiovascular disease, for me. Prevention of cardiovascular disease … | Absolutely agree to Absolutely disagree It is very important to It is not very important |
Subjective norms | My parents regularly encourage me for weight loss. What is the opinion of parent’s importance for my weight loss? | Absolutely agree to Absolutely disagree Much frequently to Never |
PBC | The use of low-caloric diet for weight loss is difficult for me. | Absolutely agree to Absolutely disagree |
Intention | I intend to get regular physical activity in free time for weight loss. | Absolutely agree to Absolutely disagree |
Behavior | Do you have fruits and vegetables 2 or 3 time each day? | Never, Rarely, Sometimes, Frequently, Always |
TPB: The theory of planned behavior
PBC: Perceived behavioral control