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Example question framework for measuring Capability, Opportunity, and Motivation determinants

COM-B SBCC OutcomeCOM-B Behavioural DeterminantIndicator
CapabilityKnowledge and information
  • I know that [target behaviour] is healthy/beneficial.
  • know the foods that are healthy for my child. 
  • I know how often to feed my baby. 
  • I know how much to feed my baby. 
Skills and confidence
  • I am able to do [target behaviour].
  • I have the skills needed to do [target behaviour].
  • [Target behaviour] is easy to do.
  • I feel confident in my ability to do [target behaviour].
Personal beliefs
  • I believe that [target behaviour] is the right thing to do.
OpportunityAccessibility, availability and convenience
  • On a scale of 1-5, how convenient is [target behaviour]  
  • I have time to do [target behaviour].
Affordability
  • On a scale of 1-5, how affordable is [target behaviour]?
Social support and relationships
  • On a scale of 1-5, my husband/mother/mother-in-law supports me doing [target behaviour]
  • I get advice about [target behaviour] from [whom].
Social norms
  • In my community, people believe one should do [target behaviour].
  • In my community, most people do [target behaviour]. 
MotivationHabits or routines
  • How often do you do [target behaviour]? [never, occasionally, frequently, daily] 
  • Do you do [target behaviour] at the same time every day? 
  • I do [target behaviour] without even thinking about it.
Outcome expectations
  • What are the benefits/costs for doing [target behaviour]? 
  • The benefit of [target behaviour] is… 
Emotions
  • I have the desire to do [target behaviour].  
  • Doing [target behaviour] will make me feel [strong, confident, happy, like a good mother]. 
Intention and planning
  • I intend to do [target behaviour]. 
  • I have a plan to do [target behaviour].