Internal–external expectancies and health-related behaviors.

Reviews research on internal–external (I–E) locus of control expectancies and health attitudes and behaviors. The theoretical background of the I–E construct is described. Topics include I–E relation to health knowledge, precautionary health practices, reactions to physical disorders, psychological responding, psychological disturbances, and responses to psychological treatment. (5? p ref) (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)