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Attitude-behavior relations: A theoretical analysis and review of empirical research.

Icek Ajzen, +1 more
- 01 Sep 1977 - 
- Vol. 84, Iss: 5, pp 888-918
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In this article, a review of available empirical research supports the contention that strong attitude-behavior relations can be obtained only under high correspondence between at least the target and action elements of the attitudinal and behavioral entities.
Abstract
Research on the relation between attitude and behavior is examined in light of the correspondence between attitudinal and behavioral entities. Such entities are defined by their target, action, context, and time elements. A review of available empirical research supports the contention that strong attitude-behavior relations dre obtained only under high correspondence between at least the target and action elements of the attitudinal and behavioral entities. This conclusion is compared with the rather pessimistic assessment of the utility of the attitude concept found in much contemporary social psychological literature.

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The theory of planned behavior

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From Intentions to Actions: A Theory of Planned Behavior

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Prediction of goal-directed behavior: Attitudes, intentions, and perceived behavioral control

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