A description of two theories and why they have the greatest relevance to social networks.

a. Explain how each theory defines the nature of the relationship among individuals, their environments (especially social networks), and health behaviors.

b. Based on past and present uses of theory, an explanation of the influences of economic concerns (e.g. decreased public helath funding, reduced workforce) on the value of theory as a tool for intervention.

II. Connecting Theory and Research

A. A description of a community health education theory that you might utilize in conducting further research and why it is of interest to you.

Resources:

Glasgow, R. E., & Emmons, K. M. (2007). How can we increase translation of research into practice? types of evidence needed. Annual Review of Public Health, 28, 413-433

Galvan, F., Davis, E., Banks, D., & Bing, E. (2008). HIV stigma and social support among African Americans. AIDS Patient Care and STDs, 22(5), 423-436.

Takahashi, Y., Uchida, C., Miyaki, K., Sakai, M., Shimbo, T., & Nakayama, T.

(2009). Potential benefits and harms of a peer support social network service on the internet for people with depressive tendencies: Qualitative content analysis and social network analysis. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 11(3), e29

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