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Behavioral Factors That Could Lead to the Development of Cancer

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Behavioral factors that could lead to the development of cancer include conditions related to being overweight or obese, poor nutrition, and inactivity. Many of these risk factors could be minimized through behavior change, as well as the use of vaccines and antibiotics.


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Behavioral Theory

A theory that focuses on explaining human behavior by analyzing the antecedents and consequences of behavior.

Objective Viewpoint

An unbiased perspective that is not influenced by personal feelings or opinions, focusing on observable and factual information.

Validity

The degree to which a tool, test, or study accurately measures what it intends to measure or accurately reflects the reality it aims to represent.

Reliability

The consistency and stability of a test, measurement, or instrument over time or different conditions.

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