Browsing College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies by Subject "Intervention"
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Do single and multiple behavior change interventions contain different behavior change techniques? A comparison of interventions targeting physical activity in obese populations
(American Psychological Association, 2015-09)Objective: Interventions to increase physical activity can target this behavior alone or as part of multiple health behavior change (MHBC) interventions. To date little is known about the content of MHBC interventions as ... -
An mHealth intervention using a smartphone app to increase walking behavior in young adults: a pilot study.
(JMIR Publications, 2016-09-22)Physical inactivity is a growing concern for society and is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, obesity, and other chronic diseases. This study aimed to determine the efficacy of the Accupedo-Pro Pedometer mobile ... -
Youth mentoring and the parent-young person relationship: considerations for research and practice.
(The National Youth Agency, 2008)Over recent years, youth mentoring has become increasingly popular as an intervention for young people deemed to be in need of support. There is a need, however, to pay attention to the potential impact of mentoring on ...