Behavior Change Research and Theory: Psychological and Technological Perspectives provides a unified account of behavior change theories and broad coverage of application domains and best practices. From a psychological and human-computer interaction perspective, the book puts a strong emphasis on the psychological foundations of behavior change, and explores the relationship between technology and behavior change. It will cover the major behavior change theories: planned behavior; health belief model; protection motivation; transtheoretical; and more recent approaches to behavior change like Nudge, and Mindspace.

The section on health research and behavior change will cover interventions like diet and fitness, mental health, smoking cessation, and diabetes management. Topics also include financial and security research, and behavior change in relation to financial and other forms of sensitive information (passwords, phishing, and financial transactions). The last section will highlight the challenges and opportunities afforded by the increasing use of mobile technology with respect to the design of programs and apps aimed at facilitating behavior change and the role of social media.

Provides case studies of key theoretical models of behavior change Evaluates the success of key theories Details cost/benefit analyses of each particular approach Includes techniques such as implementation intentions, self-affirmation, feedback, and social support Offers practical consideration of the impact of technology and design Delves into sustainability issues such as recycling and energy reduction Highlights future directions for research

Behavior Change Research and Theory: Psychological and Technological Perspectives provides a unified account of behavior change theories and broad coverage of application domains and best practices. From a psychological and human-computer interaction perspective, the book puts a strong emphasis on the psychological foundations of behavior change, and explores the relationship between technology and behavior change. It will cover the major behavior change theories: planned behavior; health belief model; protection motivation; transtheoretical; and more recent approaches to behavior change like Nudge, and Mindspace.The section on health research and behavior change will cover interventions like diet and fitness, mental health, smoking cessation, and diabetes management. Topics also include financial and security research, and behavior change in relation to financial and other forms of sensitive information (passwords, phishing, and financial transactions). The last section will highlight the challenges and opportunities afforded by the increasing use of mobile technology with respect to the design of programs and apps aimed at facilitating behavior change and the role of social media.- Provides case studies of key theoretical models of behavior change- Evaluates the success of key theories- Details cost/benefit analyses of each particular approach- Includes techniques such as implementation intentions, self-affirmation, feedback, and social support- Offers practical consideration of the impact of technology and design- Delves into sustainability issues such as recycling and energy reduction- Highlights future directions for research

Teenagers, Sexual Health Information and the Digital Age examines the online resources available on teenagers, including games and digital interventions. In addition, it highlights current issues such as sexting and pornography. Information needs and provisions are examined, and existing sexual health interventions and digital interventions are discussed, gathering both teenagers' and sexual health professionals' views on these services. In addition to a review of the current literature on sexual health and teenagers, the book examines groups of teenagers, particularly those vulnerable to risky sex and asks what are the predictors of these behaviors and what can be done to address the behaviors.

Finally, the book will also provide reflections and practical advice on the ethical issues associated with research in this context.

Provides guidance on the ethical issues with research associated with this topic Covers both teenagers' information needs as well as their existing levels of knowledge Assesses how teenagers engage with, and evaluate, sexual health information Addresses the challenges inherent in the online environment, such as unreliable and misleading information

Teenagers, Sexual Health Information and the Digital Age examines the online resources available on teenagers, including games and digital interventions. In addition, it highlights current issues such as sexting and pornography. Information needs and provisions are examined, and existing sexual health interventions and digital interventions are discussed, gathering both teenagers'' and sexual health professionals'' views on these services. In addition to a review of the current literature on sexual health and teenagers, the book examines groups of teenagers, particularly those vulnerable to risky sex and asks what are the predictors of these behaviors and what can be done to address the behaviors.Finally, the book will also provide reflections and practical advice on the ethical issues associated with research in this context.- Provides guidance on the ethical issues with research associated with this topic- Covers both teenagers'' information needs as well as their existing levels of knowledge- Assesses how teenagers engage with, and evaluate, sexual health information- Addresses the challenges inherent in the online environment, such as unreliable and misleading information

This book brings together the latest research on menopause and digital health technology. It provides an overview of the emerging digital technology landscape with regards to the menopause and provides valuable insights into the role digital technology can play in supporting women through menopause. The book includes an introduction to some of the digital technologies currently supporting menopause, empirical insights into women's experiences of using digital technology to support menopause, an understanding of key features of information and support in menopause and how different platforms relate to these different features. It outlines the changing landscape of digital menopause information alongside identification of ongoing and future research considerations, alongside a critical perspective on the claims of menopause technologies and foregrounds women's experiences of menopause in relation to digital technology.

Behavior Change Research and Theory: Psychological and Technological Perspectives provides a unified account of behavior change theories and broad coverage of application domains and best practices. From a psychological and human-computer interaction perspective, the book puts a strong emphasis on the psychological foundations of behavior change, and explores the relationship between technology and behavior change. It will cover the major behavior change theories: planned behavior; health belief model; protection motivation; transtheoretical; and more recent approaches to behavior change like Nudge, and Mindspace.

The section on health research and behavior change will cover interventions like diet and fitness, mental health, smoking cessation, and diabetes management. Topics also include financial and security research, and behavior change in relation to financial and other forms of sensitive information (passwords, phishing, and financial transactions). The last section will highlight the challenges and opportunities afforded by the increasing use of mobile technology with respect to the design of programs and apps aimed at facilitating behavior change and the role of social media.

Provides case studies of key theoretical models of behavior change Evaluates the success of key theories Details cost/benefit analyses of each particular approach Includes techniques such as implementation intentions, self-affirmation, feedback, and social support Offers practical consideration of the impact of technology and design Delves into sustainability issues such as recycling and energy reduction Highlights future directions for research

Behavior Change Research and Theory: Psychological and Technological Perspectives provides a unified account of behavior change theories and broad coverage of application domains and best practices. From a psychological and human-computer interaction perspective, the book puts a strong emphasis on the psychological foundations of behavior change, and explores the relationship between technology and behavior change. It will cover the major behavior change theories: planned behavior; health belief model; protection motivation; transtheoretical; and more recent approaches to behavior change like Nudge, and Mindspace.The section on health research and behavior change will cover interventions like diet and fitness, mental health, smoking cessation, and diabetes management. Topics also include financial and security research, and behavior change in relation to financial and other forms of sensitive information (passwords, phishing, and financial transactions). The last section will highlight the challenges and opportunities afforded by the increasing use of mobile technology with respect to the design of programs and apps aimed at facilitating behavior change and the role of social media.- Provides case studies of key theoretical models of behavior change- Evaluates the success of key theories- Details cost/benefit analyses of each particular approach- Includes techniques such as implementation intentions, self-affirmation, feedback, and social support- Offers practical consideration of the impact of technology and design- Delves into sustainability issues such as recycling and energy reduction- Highlights future directions for research

Teenagers, Sexual Health Information and the Digital Age examines the online resources available on teenagers, including games and digital interventions. In addition, it highlights current issues such as sexting and pornography. Information needs and provisions are examined, and existing sexual health interventions and digital interventions are discussed, gathering both teenagers' and sexual health professionals' views on these services. In addition to a review of the current literature on sexual health and teenagers, the book examines groups of teenagers, particularly those vulnerable to risky sex and asks what are the predictors of these behaviors and what can be done to address the behaviors.

Finally, the book will also provide reflections and practical advice on the ethical issues associated with research in this context.

Provides guidance on the ethical issues with research associated with this topic Covers both teenagers' information needs as well as their existing levels of knowledge Assesses how teenagers engage with, and evaluate, sexual health information Addresses the challenges inherent in the online environment, such as unreliable and misleading information

Teenagers, Sexual Health Information and the Digital Age examines the online resources available on teenagers, including games and digital interventions. In addition, it highlights current issues such as sexting and pornography. Information needs and provisions are examined, and existing sexual health interventions and digital interventions are discussed, gathering both teenagers'' and sexual health professionals'' views on these services. In addition to a review of the current literature on sexual health and teenagers, the book examines groups of teenagers, particularly those vulnerable to risky sex and asks what are the predictors of these behaviors and what can be done to address the behaviors.Finally, the book will also provide reflections and practical advice on the ethical issues associated with research in this context.- Provides guidance on the ethical issues with research associated with this topic- Covers both teenagers'' information needs as well as their existing levels of knowledge- Assesses how teenagers engage with, and evaluate, sexual health information- Addresses the challenges inherent in the online environment, such as unreliable and misleading information

This book brings together the latest research on menopause and digital health technology. It provides an overview of the emerging digital technology landscape with regards to the menopause and provides valuable insights into the role digital technology can play in supporting women through menopause. The book includes an introduction to some of the digital technologies currently supporting menopause, empirical insights into women's experiences of using digital technology to support menopause, an understanding of key features of information and support in menopause and how different platforms relate to these different features. It outlines the changing landscape of digital menopause information alongside identification of ongoing and future research considerations, alongside a critical perspective on the claims of menopause technologies and foregrounds women's experiences of menopause in relation to digital technology.