Urge/Whakamanawa: Use of the Internet as an Effective Mechanism for Enhancing Youth Health and Well-Being

2004 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark Lyne
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Youth Health ◽  
Effective Mechanism ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
Health And Well Being

The internet of things in upscale hotels: its impact on guests’ sensory experiences and behavior

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jean-Éric Pelet ◽  
Erhard Lick ◽  
Basma Taieb
Keyword(s):  
Internet Of Things ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Sensory Stimuli ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Affective Experiences ◽  
The Senses ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
Hotel Managers ◽  
The Internet Of Things

Purpose This study bridges the gap between sensory marketing and the use of the internet of things (IoT) in upscale hotels. This paper aims to investigate how stimulating guests’ senses through IoT devices influenced their emotions, affective experiences, eudaimonism (well-being), and ultimately, guest behavior. The authors examined the potential moderating effects of gender. Design/methodology/approach Research conducted comprised an exploratory study, which consisted of interviews with hotel managers (Study 1) and an online confirmatory survey (n = 357) among hotel guests (Study 2). Findings The results showed that while the senses of smell, hearing and sight had an impact on guests’ emotions, the senses of touch, hearing and sight impacted guests’ affective experiences. The senses of smell and taste influenced guests’ eudaimonism. The sense of smell had a greater effect on eudaimonism and behavioral intentions among women compared to men. Research limitations/implications This study concentrated on upscale hotels located in Europe. Further research may explore the generalizability of the findings (e.g. in other cultures, comparison between high-end and low-end hotels). Practical implications Managers of upscale hotels should apply congruent sensory stimuli from all five senses. Stimuli may be customized (“SoCoIoT” marketing). IoT in hotels may be useful in the aftermath of the COVID pandemic, as voice commands help guests avoid touching surfaces. Originality/value IoT can be applied in creating customized multi-sensory hotel experiences. For example, hotels may offer unique and diverse ambiances in their rooms and suites to improve guest experiences.

Older Adults and Their Internet Behaviors

2012 ◽  
pp. 608-619 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Mazur ◽  
Margaret L. Signorella ◽  
Michelle Hough
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Future Research ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Attitudinal Barriers ◽  
Cognitive Limitations ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Use Of The Internet

Early research on older adult computer users focused on the possibility for technology to increase social interaction and alleviate loneliness. Subsequent research has been equivocal on the possible benefits of the Internet for well-being. Nonetheless, in spite of an initial “gray gap,” older adults are increasingly joining younger cohorts in using the Internet. Barriers to older adults’ use of the Internet remain, such as physical and cognitive limitations. Attitudinal barriers may exist, but it is unclear whether these result from lack of experience or differences in income or health status. Business researchers have found that older persons differ from other age groups in their Internet engagement patterns, including online buying. Future research directions include whether computers can improve cognitive functioning and quality of life, how to increase engagement levels, and if there will always be a lag in technology use among older adults.

Youth and Technology

2020 ◽  
pp. 32-41
Author(s):  
Gerrit I. van Schalkwyk ◽  
Joshua D. Golt ◽  
Wendy K. Silverman
Keyword(s):  
Interpersonal Communication ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Current Data ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Mediated Communication ◽  
Socially Anxious ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
Anxious Youth

Use of the Internet for interpersonal communication has dramatically altered the lives of youth. Awareness of the unique properties of this style of communication has given rise to both concern and optimism about its developmental consequences. Current findings suggest that the Internet may act to supplement offline relationships and offer some utility to socially anxious youth, with relatively limited evidence for adverse effects on psychological well-being. However, there continue to be concerns about how Internet-mediated communication may affect certain vulnerable groups. In addition, although this technology may provide a new platform for sharing of information, current data points to negative consequences for overall academic performance. Further study is indicated given the complexity of this area.

Happiness at the End of Life: A Qualitative Study

2020 ◽  
pp. 104990912093985
Author(s):  
Anne O’Callaghan ◽  
Ben Bickford ◽  
Conor Rea ◽  
Antonio Fernando ◽  
Phillipa Malpas
Keyword(s):  
Palliative Care ◽  
End Of Life ◽  
Hospice Care ◽  
Qualitative Interviews ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Natural World ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Present Moment ◽  
Hospice Patients ◽  
Health And Well Being

Background: Happiness is a core ingredient of health and well-being, yet relatively little is known about what happiness means for individuals near the end of life, and whether perceptions of happiness change as individuals approach the end of their lives. Aim: The aim of this study was to explore, through interviews, how individuals experiencing hospice care understood and conceptualized happiness. Design: Qualitative interviews with hospice patients were analyzed thematically. Setting/Participants: Adult patients (n = 20) in a New Zealand hospice who were receiving palliative care and who could give their informed consent were invited by hospice nurse coordinators to an interview. Results: Four themes emerged from analysis of the transcribed interviews. Participants defined happiness most frequently and in most depth in relation to connection with others. They identified being in the present moment, particularly in relation to nature, and that happiness had become less associated with money, status, or possessions. They had an attitude of determination to focus on what mattered now. Conclusion: Patients receiving palliative care were generally happy with their lives, appreciated the simpler aspects of life away from the material. There was a common exhortation to young people to avoid focusing too much on acquisition and the internet and to prioritize instead social connection and engagement with the natural world.

scholarly journals On the Intersection of Health, Well-being, and Youth Development

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Mary Elizabeth Arnold ◽  
Theresa M. Ferrari
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Ecological Approach ◽  
Youth Health ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Health And Well Being ◽  
Lasting Change

This introduction sets forth the thinking that guided the journal’s special issue on youth health and well-being. Three main points provide the foundation: (a) that youth development is predicated on a strengths-based approach, (b) that an ecological approach to youth health is essential for real and lasting change, and (c) that the larger intent of youth development is encompassed in increasing youth well-being, of which youth health is a key component. The guest editors provide an overview of the articles included in the special issue. The articles highlight different settings, describe the processes involved in developing programs, and address organizations’ efforts to enhance youth health and well-being. The reader will also find resources and models that are suitable for use across youth development settings.

scholarly journals Competence of Teachers and Psychologists in the Field of Information Security of Children

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 261-277
Author(s):  
E.M. Shpagina ◽  
R.V. Chirkina
Keyword(s):  
Information Security ◽  
Education System ◽  
Personal Development ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Internet Environment ◽  
Modern Information ◽  
Health And Well Being ◽  
Thematic Plan

Protection of interests, personal development, health and well-being of children in the information sphere is now coming to the fore in connection with the rapid digitalization of everyday life. The article deals with the problems of influence of modern information technologies on the younger generation, approaches to risk reduction and information security of children, as well as the problems of formation of competence of teachers and psychologists in this area. Specialists and managers of the education system are faced with the task of educating parents and helping children to overcome the risks and dangers of the Internet environment. According to the authors, the competence of teachers in the field of information security of children should consist of a set of knowledge, including organizational, legal, organizational, technical, psychological and pedagogical aspects of the problem. The main focus of the article is on the legal, psychological and pedagogical aspects of information security of children, which determine the content of training of teachers and psychologists. An approximate thematic plan of the training course for managers and specialists of the education system is presented.

scholarly journals Influences on the Uptake of Health and Well-being Apps and Curated App Portals: Think-Aloud and Interview Study

10.2196/27173 ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. e27173
Author(s):  
Dorothy Szinay ◽  
Olga Perski ◽  
Andy Jones ◽  
Tim Chadborn ◽  
Jamie Brown ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Data Protection ◽  
Social Influences ◽  
Theoretical Domains Framework ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Framework Analysis ◽  
Health Apps ◽  
Perceived Utility ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Health And Well Being

Background Health and well-being smartphone apps can provide a cost-effective solution to addressing unhealthy behaviors. The selection of these apps tends to occur in commercial app stores, where thousands of health apps are available. Their uptake is often influenced by popularity indicators. However, these indicators are not necessarily associated with app effectiveness or evidence-based content. Alternative routes to app selection are increasingly available, such as via curated app portals, but little is known about people’s experiences of them. Objective The aim of this study is to explore how people select health apps on the internet and their views on curated app portals. Methods A total of 18 UK-based adults were recruited through social media and asked during an in-person meeting to verbalize their thoughts while searching for a health or well-being app on the internet on a platform of their choice. The search was then repeated on 2 curated health app portals: the National Health Service Apps Library and the Public Health England One You App portal. This was followed by semistructured interviews. Data were analyzed using framework analysis, informed by the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation-Behavior model and the Theoretical Domains Framework. Results Searching for health and well-being apps on the internet was described as a minefield. App uptake appeared to be influenced by participants’ capabilities such as app literacy skills and health and app awareness, and opportunities including the availability of apps, app esthetics, the price of an app, and social influences. Motivation factors that seemed to affect the uptake were perceived competence, time efficiency, perceived utility and accuracy of an app, transparency about data protection, commitment and social identity, and a wide range of emotions. Social influences and the perceived utility of an app were highlighted as particularly important. Participants were not previously aware of curated portals but found the concept appealing. Curated health app portals appeared to engender trust and alleviate data protection concerns. Although apps listed on these were perceived as more trustworthy, their presentation was considered disappointing. This disappointment seemed to stem from the functionality of the portals, lack of user guidance, and lack of tailored content to an individual’s needs. Conclusions The uptake of health and well-being apps appears to be primarily affected by social influences and the perceived utility of an app. App uptake via curated health app portals perceived as credible may mitigate concerns related to data protection and accuracy, but their implementation must better meet user needs and expectations.

scholarly journals Internet Dependency among University Entrants: A Pilot Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Arjunan, N. K. ◽  
Moncy Edward
Keyword(s):  
Work Performance ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Academic Failure ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Remote Access ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Common Mental Health Problems ◽  
The Common ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
Areas Of Interest

The use of the internet has expanded incredibly across the world over the last few years. The internet provides remote access to others and abundant information in all areas of interest. However, maladaptive use of the internet has resulted in impairment of the individual’s psychological well-being, academic failure and reduced work performance (Koet al., 2009; Fisher, 2010., Christakis, 2010; Chou et al., 2005; Young, 1998; Morahan& Schumacher, 2000; Scherer, 1997). Cao et al. (2007) reported internet addiction disorder (IAD) as one of the common mental health problems amongst Chinese adolescents which is currently becoming more and more serious.

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