In psychology‚ the theory of planned behavior is a theory about the link between attitudes and behavior. The concept was proposed by Icek Ajzen to improve on the predictive power of the theory of reasoned action by including perceived behavioural control.[1] It is one of the most predictive persuasion theories. It has been applied to studies of the relations among beliefs‚ attitudes‚ behavioral intentions and behaviors in various fields such as advertising‚ public relations‚ advertising campaigns
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Gingivitis The longer plaque and tartar are on teeth‚ the more harmful they become. The bacteria cause inflammation of the gums that is called "gingivitis." In gingivitis‚ the gums become red‚ swollen and can bleed easily. Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease that can usually be reversed with daily brushing and flossing‚ and regular cleaning by a dentist or dental hygienist. This form of gum disease does not include any loss of bone and tissue that hold teeth in place. [pic]Back to top
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using multimedia was done to spread awareness about smoking. Methodology was static or non-interactive. It required a considerable amount of resources and time. A seminar or symposium can be a good activity to engage smokers‚ as well as nonsmokers‚ in discussion about the cause and effects of smoking. Preparation is timeconsuming. Availability of participants needs to be considered. Discussion depends on audience participation. Issue can be reported to the school
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Epidemiology of Esophageal Cancer Jingjing Chen PREV 701 Cancer Epidemiology October 29‚ 2012 Epidemiology of Esophageal Cancer Background Esophageal cancer is a gastrointestinal malignancy with an insidious onset and a poor prognosis. Although some patients can be cured‚ the treatment for esophageal cancer is protracted‚ decreases quality of life‚ and is lethal in a significant number of cases. The etiology of esophageal carcinoma is thought to be related to exposure of the esophageal mucosa
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HOW PARENTS CAN PROTECT THEIR KIDS FROM BECOMING ADDICTED SMOKERS The vast majority of parents do not want their kids to smoke‚ for obvious reasons. Smoking causes a wide range of serious health problems – including lung cancer‚ heart disease‚ and strokes – and frequently results in premature disability and death. To make matters worse‚ kids can start becoming seriously addicted to smoking very quickly‚ just weeks or even days after first “experimenting” with 1 cigarettes. What’s more‚ smoking
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Ultimate CR Strategies for the GMAT by Sandeep Gupta (Ivy-GMAT‚ Koramangala Bangalore) sandeepgupta01@gmail.com 9739561394 © Sandeep Gupta – Ivy-GMAT‚ Koramangala Bangalore. sandeepgupta01@gmail.com‚ 9739561394 Further Resources: 1. Manhattan GMAT CR Guide – 4th Edition 2. CR Ultimate Collection – a set of GMAT CR Questions (by Sandeep Gupta (Ivy-GMAT)) – Must Solve 3. 700-800 CR Questions – a set of GMAT CR Questions (by Sandeep Gupta (Ivy-GMAT)) – Must Solve 4. OG 12‚ 11‚ 10‚ OG Verbal Review
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Why Do People Smoke? Shourav Banik 1111263042 ENG 105: 14 Abdus Selim May 2‚ 2012 Why Do People Smoke? Introduction Smoking is one of the most popular habits among people today. All around the world we see people smoking. Even in Bangladesh the number of smokers is quite high. Especially around the university campus young adults are seen smoking frequently. It can be said that among every friend circle in universities
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Abstract Pancreatic adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is one of the deadliest cancers worldwide and has a poor five year survival rate. A reason for this poor survival rate is the delay in diagnosis due to the late presentation of symptoms. This paper focuses on the different imaging modalities used to detect and diagnose pancreatic adenocarcinoma. Radiography is a modality utilized when a patient presents with abdominal pain or back pain‚ two common symptoms of PDAC. Ultrasound (US) is the commonly used front
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ARTICLE IN PRESS Journal of Diabetes and Its Complications xxx (2007) xxx – xxx An increase in prevalence of diabetes mellitus in Jordan over 10 years Kamel Ajlounia‚4‚ Yousef S. Khaderb‚ Anwar Batiehab‚1‚ Haitham Ajlounia‚ Mohammed El-Khateeba b National Center for Diabetes‚ Endocrinology and Genetics‚ P.O. Box 13165 Amman 11942‚ Jordan Department of Community Medicine‚ Public Health and Family Medicine‚ Faculty of Medicine‚ Jordan University of Science & Technology‚ Irbid 22110‚ Jordan
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Ch. 1 Data Collection 1.1 Introduction to the Practice of Statistics 1 Define statistics and statistical thinking. SHORT ANSWER. Write the word or phrase that best completes each statement or answers the question. Provide an appropriate response. 1) What is statistics? MULTIPLE CHOICE. Choose the one alternative that best completes the statement or answers the question. 2) Which of the following is not true of statistics? A) Statistics is used to answer questions with 100% certainty. B) Statistics involves collecting and summarizing data
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