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Mitochondria have their own DNA, which encodes some of the proteins that function within the mitochondria. Explain why the inheritance of mitochondrial DNA is described as "maternal inheritance."
Cues to Action
External or internal triggers that motivate individuals to take steps towards a health-related behavior change.
Rosenstock's and Becker's
Theorists associated with the Health Belief Model, which posits that a person's belief in a personal threat of an illness or disease together with a person's belief in the effectiveness of the recommended health behavior can predict health-related behaviors.
Health Belief Model
A psychological model that explains and predicts health behaviors by focusing on the attitudes and beliefs of individuals about health conditions.
Sociopsychological Variable
A factor that combines social and psychological influences affecting an individual's behavior and attitudes.
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