The Theory of Triadic Influence suggests that behavior can be predicted by three levels of influence: ultimate, distal, and proximal. Ultimate-level causes are normally more broad and what individuals do no have control over like social media, policy, and socioeconomic status. This level is the most difficult to manage, but has the greatest influence on behavior change. Individuals have some control over distal-level influences. This level includes general knowledge and specific expectations or beliefs from the interactions between individuals and their surroundings. Proximal-level influences are more individual directed focusing on specific decisions, intentions, and experiences on behavior. 

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Participating in a program or engaging in behaviors that will alter how someone views their appearance in comparison to the media may be the most effective in altering attitudes of negative self-value. At the ultimate level, the media could incorporate more diverse casts and models to depict more realistic images of all skin types, including persons with acne. At the distal-level, individuals can change how they view themselves by being educated on acne and by actively seeking treatment. By being educated about acne, an individual's expectations of flawless skin may be lowered while the expectations of seeking successful treatment may increase leading to a decreased sense of hopelessness. It is Beamish's goal to be a part of an individual's proximal-level influences by encouraging them to make the decision to seek resources or treatment that in result will boost their self-esteem.