Task

Select two individual health behavior theories. Compare and contrast the two theories. Explain how each theory works to include its benefits and challenges. Describe a public health issue that could be addressed by each theory. (Note: This list of theories that was mentioned in the text and lectures is not exhaustive. There are other theories outside of what was mentioned). For the theories you have identified:
Define each theory to include a brief overview of the history.
Explain how each theory works by using a public health issue as an example.
Discuss the benefits and challenges of using each theory.
Compare and contrast the theories.
Comment on the postings of at least two peers.
Evaluation Criteria
Identified two theories and described each theory.
Provided examples of how each theory works, using a public health issue.
Explained the benefits and challenges of using each theory.
Compared and contrasted the two theories.
Justified answers with appropriate research and reasoning by using appropriate examples and current references from textbooks, the South University Online Library, and other acceptable references—citing the sources in APA format.
Commented on the postings of at least two peers by the end of the week by providing background to support asking questions, providing a point of view with rationale, challenging a point of discussion, or making a relationship between two or more points.