Why do People Consult

About this activity

This session will introduce some psycho-social ways of thinking about different influences on consulting behaviour. You will be asked to reflect on your own experiences. Objectives By the end of this session you will be able to: • Explain why people delay going to the doctor when they are unwell • Discuss what affects the timing of decisions to go to the doctor • Discuss the relationship between everyday activities, past experience and decisions to use health services