Table 6. Examples of dependent variables based on the theory of planned behavior per life domain.

Life domain	Outcome type	Example dependent variable
Education	ATB	Attitude toward schooling
	BI	Learning strategy
	PBC	Control beliefs about learning
	UB	Preparation for assessment
	VB	Grade point average
Work	ATB	Career choice satisfaction
	BI	Planned effort
	PBC	Capability beliefs
	UB	Career exploration
	VB	Weekly working hours
Health	ATB	Physical activity attitude
	BI	Intention to use a condom
	PBC	Self-efficacy-diet
	UB	Physical activity (daily exercise)
	VB	Body mass index

Note. ATB = attitude toward behavior; BI = behavioral intention; PBC = perceived behavioral control; UB = unverifiable behavior; VB = verifiable behavior.