Behavioral Theory for a Diverse Society: Like a Compass on Mars

Rena Pasick, Dr.P.H.

Speaker

Dr. Pasick is the Associate Director for Community Education and Outreach, University of California, San Francisco, Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Learning Objective

To list questions regarding cultural appropriateness of the major theoretical constructs most often used to predict and explain cancer screening behavior.
To explain the value of mixed methods research in understanding screening behavior (and the cultural appropriateness of behavior theory constructs).
To list components of social context that can influence behavior in ways not accounted for by existing theories.

Target Audience

Researchers and clinicians actively involved in topics that relate to cancer prevention and control.

Date/Time/Place

April 29, 2009 @ 11:00 a.m.
Conference Room 405
6116 Executive Boulevard
Rockville, Maryland

For Additional Information

Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program
(301) 496-8640

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