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Key learning questions for each of the COM-B behavioural determinants

COM-B SBCC OutcomeBehavioural DeterminantKey learning question
CapabilityKnowledge and informationDoes the audience know about your selected IYCF behaviour?
Skills and confidenceDoes the audience have the skills and confidence to change their IYCF behaviour? 
Personal beliefsDoes the audience believe that a change in the IYCF behaviour is needed?
OpportunityAccessibility, availability and convenienceIs the IYCF behaviour accessible, available and convenient for the audience?
AffordabilityIs the IYCF behaviour affordable for the audience?
Social support and relationshipsWill family, friends and other community members support the audience in changing the IYCF behaviour?
Social normsIs the IYCF behaviour acceptable within the culture and social norms?
MotivationHabits or routinesIs the IYCF behaviour part of the audience’s habits or routines? 
Outcome expectationsDoes the audience perceive benefit in adopting the IYCF behaviour? 
EmotionsDoes the audience experience positive/negative emotions that motivate or demotivate them to implement the IYCF behaviour?
Intention and planningDoes the audience have the intent or plan to act on the IYCF behaviour?