We illustrate this framework using the examples of Guinea-worm disease and cardiovascular diseases. We describe a framework for operationalizing attribute-centred theorizing, which includes generating behavioural attributes, verifying and testing those attributes, and constructing a behavioural matrix to inform campaigns or interventions. Addictiveness, privacy and cost are therefore three (of the many) attributes relevant for theorizing about behaviours. Behaviours differ because of their underlying properties for example, some behaviours are addictive, others are publicly observable and others are expensive. We propose attribute-centred theorizing as an approach for defining behaviours based on their relevant properties, which can then assist in developing a taxonomy of behaviours and theorizing about them. By carefully examining the nature of behaviours, practitioners and researchers can identify the most effective ways to promote behavioural change. However, theorizing about behaviours themselves has remained elusive, as evidenced by the absence of a widely accepted taxonomy of behaviours. Considerable progress has been made in developing and testing theories about the personal, social, environmental and structural drivers of behaviours. Despite the importance of behaviours in promoting health and wellness, persuading people to adopt and sustain healthy behaviours remains a significant public health challenge.
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