Predictors of excessive internet use among adolescents in Greece after the economic recession: The role of psychopathology, parental rearing practices, self-efficacy and internet-related activities

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chrysanthi Lioupi ◽  
Maria Loumakou ◽  
Giasemi-Olga Sarafidou
Keyword(s):  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Internet Use ◽  
Economic Recession ◽  
Excessive Internet Use ◽  
Parental Rearing

scholarly journals Dietary supplement usage during pregnancy and lactation: role of online social capital and health information-seeking behaviour

2020 ◽  
Vol 123 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-47
Author(s):  
Yam B. Limbu ◽  
Marta Giovannetti ◽  
Silvio Cardinali
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Dietary Supplement ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Internet Use ◽  
Imb Model ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Supplement Usage ◽  
Moderating Role

PurposeThe main objective of this study is to assess the applicability and robustness of the information motivation behavioural skills (IMB) model in determining dietary supplement usage of pregnant and breastfeeding women. More specifically, we examine the indirect effects of online social capital and internet use for health information on dietary supplement usage through self-efficacy and the moderating role of educational attainment.Design/methodology/approachData was collected from 415 pregnant and breastfeeding Italian women using a self-administered questionnaire. Hypotheses were tested using Hayes's (2013) PROCESS macro for SPSS.FindingsInternet use for health information is directly associated with dietary supplement usage. Online social capital and internet use for health information positively influence dietary supplement usage through self-efficacy. However, the results from moderated mediation analyses show that the mediation effects are moderated by educational attainment so that indirect relationships were stronger among women with a lower level of education than among those with a higher level of education.Practical implicationsDietary supplement marketers and public health agencies can develop and implement dietary supplement promotional materials and interventions by disseminating information through the internet and social media and by strengthening social ties on online networking sites.Originality/valueThe originality of this study lies in the use of the IMB model as a theoretical framework to examine the mediating role of self-efficacy and the moderating role of education in explaining the mechanism of how online social capital and internet use for health information influence dietary supplement usage.

scholarly journals Spiritual belief and its link with potentially addictive behaviors in a youth sample in Switzerland

2018 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fei Chen ◽  
André Berchtold ◽  
Yara Barrense-Dias ◽  
Joan-Carles Suris
Keyword(s):  
Internet Use ◽  
Alcohol Misuse ◽  
Spiritual Belief ◽  
Addictive Behaviors ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Spiritual Beliefs ◽  
Addictive Disorders ◽  
Individuation Process ◽  
Excessive Internet Use

Abstract Background Earlier studies suggested a positive impact of spirituality on addictive disorders, but this effect has rarely been studied in a large adolescent and young adult population. Aim To examine the association between spiritual beliefs (general belief, the supporting role of spiritual belief, the critical role of spiritual belief) and potentially addictive behaviors (tobacco, alcohol, cannabis and other illegal drugs, excessive Internet use and gambling). Methods Data were collected using online self-report questionnaires among a sample of 5179 adolescents and young adults aged 15–24 years in post-mandatory education in Switzerland. Statistical analysis at bivariate and multivariate level was performed. Results At the bivariate level, spiritual beliefs were linked to a lower risk of tobacco smoking, alcohol misuse and cannabis use as well as an increased risk of Internet overuse and gambling. However, at the multivariate level, controlling for age, gender, language and place of birth, significant associations were found only for alcohol misuse, Internet overuse and gambling. Conclusion The study provides evidence that spiritual belief could protect youth from the risk of alcohol misuse but could also increase the risk of excessive Internet use and gambling. The role of spiritual beliefs in preventing or motivating these problematic behaviors is of great interest for adolescent health care providers and should be considered in the light of the separation-individuation process and transition from adolescence to adulthood.

scholarly journals Application of the health action process approach model for reducing excessive internet use behaviors among rural adolescents in China: a school-based intervention pilot study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Chengmeng Tang ◽  
Hein Raat ◽  
Mingxia Yan ◽  
Qiang Zhang ◽  
Kehan Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Internet Use ◽  
Process Approach ◽  
Outcome Expectancy ◽  
Rural Adolescents ◽  
Health Action Process Approach ◽  
Health Action ◽  
Excessive Internet Use ◽  
Action Process

Abstract Objective There are few studies regarding Internet use behaviors of Chinese rural adolescents based on behavioral theory. The aim of this study is to examine the applicability and effectiveness of the health action process approach model (HAPA) in the intervention of excessive Internet use behaviors among rural adolescents in China. Methods Three hundred twenty-seven participants who met the excessive Internet use criteria were involved in this study. Four interventions based on the HAPA model were conducted during 2015–2017. The structural equation model (SEM) was applied to fit the HAPA model. Results The rate of average daily time spent online on weekends more than 4 h dropped from 57.2 to 39.1% (P < 0.001). The rate of daily game time more than 2 h decreased from 51.1 to 35.2% (P < 0.001). The result of SEM showed that both the applicability and effectiveness of the HAPA model were well in the intervention of excessive Internet use behaviors with good fitted indicators (χ2/df = 2.066, GFI = 0.889, CFI = 0.938, TLI = 0.928, IFI = 0.938, RMSEA = 0.057). The direct and indirect effects of the main pathways in the HAPA model were statistically significant (P < 0.05). The comparison analysis of HAPA model variables identified that outcome expectancy, intention, maintenance self-efficacy had been improved significantly after interventions. Conclusion The intervention measures based on the HAPA model can effectively reduce excessive Internet use behaviors of Chinese rural adolescents, mainly through strengthen outcome expectancy, intention, and maintenance self-efficacy.

Social constraints associated with excessive internet use in adolescents: the role of family, school, peers, and neighbourhood

2020 ◽  
Vol 65 (8) ◽  
pp. 1279-1287
Author(s):  
Lukas Blinka ◽  
Nika Šablatúrová ◽  
Anna Ševčíková ◽  
Daniela Husarova
Keyword(s):  
Internet Use ◽  
Social Constraints ◽  
Excessive Internet Use

The role of internet self-efficacy, innovativeness and technology avoidance in breadth of internet use: Comparing older technology experts and non-experts

2020 ◽  
Vol 111 ◽  
pp. 106408
Author(s):  
Mario R. Jokisch ◽  
Laura I. Schmidt ◽  
Michael Doh ◽  
Markus Marquard ◽  
Hans-Werner Wahl
Keyword(s):  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Internet Use

scholarly journals Application of the Health Action Process Approach Model for Improving Excessive Internet use Behaviors Among Rural Adolescents in China: A School-Based Intervention Pilot Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chengmeng Tang ◽  
Hein Raat ◽  
Mingxia Yan ◽  
Qiang Zhang ◽  
Kehan Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Internet Use ◽  
Process Approach ◽  
Outcome Expectancy ◽  
Rural Adolescents ◽  
Health Action Process Approach ◽  
Health Action ◽  
Excessive Internet Use ◽  
Action Process

Abstract Objective: There are few studies regarding Internet use behaviors of Chinese rural adolescents based on behavioral theory. The aim of this study is to examine the applicability and effectiveness of the health action process approach model (HAPA) in the intervention of excessive Internet use behaviors among rural adolescents in China.Methods: 327 participants who met the excessive Internet use criteria were involved in this study. Four interventions based on the HAPA model were conducted during 2015-2017. The structural equation model (SEM) was applied to fit the HAPA model.Results: The rate of average daily time spent online on weekends more than four hours dropped from 57.2% to 39.1% (P<0.001). The rate of daily game time more than two hours decreased from 51.1% to 35.2% (P<0.001). The result of SEM showed that both the applicability and effectiveness of the HAPA model were well in the intervention of excessive Internet use behaviors with good fitted indicators (χ2/df＝2.066，GFI＝0.889，CFI＝0.938，TLI＝0.928，IFI＝0.938，RMSEA＝0.057).The direct and indirect effects of the main pathways in HAPA model were statistically significant (P <0.05). The comparison analysis of HAPA model variables identified that outcome expectancy, intention, maintenance self-efficacy had been improved significantly after interventions.Conclusion: The intervention measures based on the HAPA model can effectively improve excessive Internet use behaviors of Chinese rural adolescents, mainly through strengthen outcome expectancy, intention, and maintenance self-efficacy.

Reducing Prejudice Through Narratives

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 185-195 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emily Moyer-Gusé ◽  
Katherine R. Dale ◽  
Michelle Ortiz
Keyword(s):  
Intergroup Relations ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Intergroup Contact ◽  
Contact Hypothesis ◽  
Muslim Americans ◽  
Intergroup Anxiety ◽  
Intergroup Interactions

Abstract. Recent extensions to the contact hypothesis reveal that different forms of contact, such as mediated intergroup contact, can reduce intergroup anxiety and improve attitudes toward the outgroup. This study draws on existing research to further consider the role of identification with an ingroup character within a narrative depicting intergroup contact between Muslim and non-Muslim Americans. Results reveal that identification with the non-Muslim (ingroup) model facilitated liking the Muslim (outgroup) model, which reduced prejudice toward Muslims more generally. Identification with the ingroup model also increased conversational self-efficacy and reduced anxiety about future intergroup interactions – both important aspects of improving intergroup relations.

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