Translating dental flossing intentions into behavior: A longitudinal investigation of the mediating effect of planning and self-efficacy

Purpose: Although poor oral hygiene practices can have serious health consequences, a large number of adults brush or floss their teeth less than the recommended time or not at all. This study examined the mediating effect of two key self-regulatory processes, self-efficacy and planning, as the mech...

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Main Authors: Hamilton, Kyra, Bonham, M., Bishara, J., Kroon, J., Schwarzer, R.
Format: Journal Article
Published: Springer New York LLC 2016
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/53554