Predicting intentions to use condoms: A meta-analysis and comparison of the theories of reasoned action and planned behavior

A meta-analysis was conducted on 23 psychosocial predictors of intentions t o use condoms. Data from 67 independent samples were included in the review . Findings demonstrated that demographic, sexual experience, and personalit y variables had small average correlations with intentions. Knowledge about HIV/AIDS and perceptions of the threat of disease wire also weakly related to decisions about using condoms. Attitudes and subjective norms from the theory of reasoned action, on the other hand, demonstrated medium to strong effect sizes. Two components of social influence not specified by the theo ry of reasoned action also received support. Evidence suggested that percei ved behavioral control from the theory of planned behavior was a reliable p redictor of behavioral intentions and explained variance over and above the effects of attitudes and subjective norms.