Psychological Theoretical Frameworks of Healthy and Sustainable Food Choices: A Systematic Review of the Literature
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Understanding food choices requires integrating psychological theories. This review highlights key determinants and the need for combined psychological approaches to promote sustainable diets.
Area Of Science
- Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Public Health
Background
- Non-sustainable diets pose environmental and health risks.
- Psychology investigates food choice determinants and behavioral change.
- Theoretical frameworks guide interventions for dietary shifts.
Purpose Of The Study
- Review psychological theoretical frameworks for sustainable/healthy food choices.
- Examine their application in developing interventions.
- Cover both general and clinical populations.
Main Methods
- Systematic literature search across PubMed, PsycInfo, and Scopus.
- Adherence to PRISMA reporting guidelines.
Main Results
- 35 theoretical frameworks identified in 45 articles, predominantly from social psychology.
- Theory of Planned Behavior was most frequently used.
- Most studies were cross-sectional, in general populations, focusing on healthy eating.
- Few interventions were theory-based.
- Internal (self-efficacy, values, motivation) and external (social influences) factors are key determinants.
Conclusions
- An integrative psychological perspective is crucial.
- Combining insights from various psychology fields is necessary.
- This approach will enhance understanding and intervention development for sustainable diets.
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