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When therapy goes online: How orientation, experience, and perceived patient openness shape attitudes toward online therapy. A study based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology for Therapists during the COVID‐19 pandemic
Objectives This study examined the key factors associated with psychotherapists' attitudes toward online therapy, with particular focus on therapeutic orientation, age, years of professional experience, prior technological experience, and perceived patient openness. Conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic, the study was based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology for Therapists (UTAUT-T) framework to better understand therapists' acceptance of online therapeutic modalities. Method The study involved 387 psychotherapists representing various therapeutic approaches, who completed an online self-report questionnaire. The instruments used included the UTAUT-T questionnaire, a custom use behavior questionnaire, and a demographic survey. Results The final sample included 387 psychotherapists. The multivariate test showed significant differences between therapeutic orientations, F(24, 1468) = 3.39, p < 0.001, η2 = 0.05 [0.02, 0.06]. Psychodynamic therapists consistently reported a more negative attitude toward therapy than cognitive-behavioral, systemic, humanistic, or therapists representing other therapeutic orientations. These differences were particularly pronounced for Professional Support (e.g., psychodynamic vs. CBT, t = −7.75, p < 0.001, d = 1.20[0.86; 1.52]) and for the total UTAUT-T score (e.g., t = −5.48, p < 0.001, d = 0.87[0.54; 1.18]). Prior technological experience and perceived patient openness were both positively associated with therapists' attitudes toward online therapy (both p < 0.001), whereas age and years of professional experience were not significantly associated with technology acceptance. Conclusions The study highlights the crucial role of therapeutic orientation, prior experience with technology, and perceived patient openness in shaping therapists' acceptance of online therapy. These results underscore the need for targeted training and support to facilitate the successful integration of digital technologies into routine psychotherapeutic practice. Future research should continue to explore these dynamics under non-crisis conditions to ensure the sustainable development of online therapy services.Pozostałe osiągnięcia naukoweArtykuły (zamknięty dostęp)Journal article - 2024-12-02
Examining the immediate and enduring psychological impact of street harassment on women’s mental health
Purpose Many women report experiences of street harassment during their lifetime. Previous quantitative survey research has shown the variety of ways in which this type of harassment can impact upon a victim’s life, including restricting their freedom of movement and fear of further victimisation. The purpose of this study is understand the immediate and enduring psychological impact of street harassment on female victim-survivors. Design/methodology/approach The present study aims to explore, qualitatively, women’s experiences of street harassment through thematic analysis of on 35 online blog posts. Data were collected from the “Stop Street Harassment” website, where women are invited to share their experiences anonymously. Findings Three main themes were generated from the data. First was the age at which women began to experience street harassment, with recurring early incidents during formative childhood years. Second was the impact that experiences had on their mental health and psychological well-being with feelings of shame, fear, self-loathing, as well as decreased self-esteem and confidence experienced in the immediate aftermath – though the longer-term negative emotions reported were enduring feelings of anger alongside a constant state of anxiety from feelings of vulnerability to further victimisation. The final theme was the modification of behaviour after experiencing street harassment where women choose to avoid walking alone on the streets or consciously changed their clothing choices, to avoid being harassed. Originality/value This study offers a further qualitative insight into the real-life experience and psychological consequences of street harassment upon survivors’ mental health.Pozostałe osiągnięcia naukoweArtykuły (zamknięty dostęp)Journal article - 2024-12-02
Does perpetrator gender influence attitudes towards intimate partner violence (IPV)? Examining the relationship between male-perpetrated and female-perpetrated IPV attitudes among a sample of UK young adults
Purpose Understanding of the role that attitudes and beliefs may play on the judgments people make about intimate partner violence (IPV) is becoming increasingly important, notably in the context of the criminal justice process and in recognising IPV as a public health issue. This study aims to investigate the importance of several established factors predictive of attitudes towards male-perpetrated IPV, which have never previously been explored in relation to female-perpetrated IPV. Design/methodology/approach In total, 295 young adults (18–28) from across the UK completed an online survey (M Age = 23.82) comprised of four established psychometric inventories; the Rosenberg Self-esteem scale, Satisfaction with Life scale, Attitudes Towards Female Dating Violence scale and newly developed Modern Adolescent Dating Violence Attitudes (MADVA) scale, alongside a suite of associated demographic factors. Findings Results derived from a multiple linear regression indicates that three types of attitudes towards male-perpetrated violence against women (physical, sexual, and psychological abuse offline), were significant predictors of attitudes towards female-perpetrated IPV, along with gender and ethnicity. Self-esteem, satisfaction with life, age and education among those surveyed were not associated with attitudes towards female-perpetrated IPV. Practical implications The results have important implications in developing educational programmes for those who have committed IPV offences, as well as teaching young people about the nature of partner abuse. Originality/value The results suggest that those who endorse attitudes supportive of male-perpetrated IPV in offline environments, also endorse violence-supportive beliefs towards female-perpetrated IPV. In effect, violence-supportive attitudes are held irrespective of the sex of the perpetrator. However, this may differ in terms of how individuals view online types of abuse, where these attitudes appear to be processed differentially to offline attitudes.Pozostałe osiągnięcia naukoweArtykuły (zamknięty dostęp)Journal article - 2026-05-13
Endless Runner F0: Loudness-Based and Pitch-Based Voice Control for VR Arcade Games
When present, the voice control in virtual reality (VR) gaming is usually speech-based, while non-verbal voice features (e.g. loudness and pitch) remain underexplored. Consequently, we developed Endless Runner F0, a VR-based endless runner for Meta Quest 2 that integrates non-verbal voice mechanics as core interactions via loudness- and pitch-controlled obstacles. In a counter-balanced within-subjects study (N=16), participants played five variants (no voice control as a baseline; loudness with/without visual indicators; pitch with/without visual indicators). We collected performance scores and questionnaire data, namely state anxiety (STAI-1) and presence (IPQ) after each variant, and pre- and post-simulator sickness (SSQ). Practical comparability across these variants was evaluated using paired Two One-Sided Tests (t-TOST). Results showed practical equivalence for the baseline and voice-enabled variants for comfort, presence, and overall performance within a priori margins; however, pitch control yielded higher voice-obstacle collision rates than loudness. The findings highlight loudness-based mechanics as easier to learn and pitch-based mechanics as viable with appropriate feedback and calibration. We discuss design implications and outline opportunities for applying voice-controlled VR in playful vocal training contexts.Pozostałe osiągnięcia naukoweArtykuły (zamknięty dostęp)Journal article - 2026-09
A randomized controlled trial testing a digital intervention to promote weight loss and weight loss maintenance
Kwasnicka, DominikaVerboon, PeterQuested, EleanorRobinson, SuzanneGao, LanJanuszewicz, AnnaHagger, Martin S.Pagoto, SherryNaughton, FelixObjective: This study aimed to determine the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of the Choosing Health program, which tailors support to an individual's weight loss and weight loss maintenance determinants among adults with overweight and obesity. Method: We conducted a randomized controlled trial with a nested interrupted time series within-person design. Participants (N = 288) were randomized to the Choosing Health digital intervention (n = 145) or a control group (n = 143). Intervention participants completed 90 days of Ecological Momentary Assessments, which were used to identify behavioral determinants to tailor an intervention. Control participants received nontailored weight loss advice via generic emails and eBook. Body weight (the primary outcome), blood pressure, and % body fat (secondary outcomes) measured at 3, 6 and 12 months were restructured into change of baseline scores and analyzed using multilevel regression analysis, with the three time points nested within subjects. Results: Findings revealed no significant difference in mean weight loss between groups at 6 months, controlled for baseline (primary outcome; mean difference = 0.78 kg), F(1, 175) = 1.44, p = .232. Intervention participants had higher weight loss at 12 months than control participants (mean difference = 2.05 kg), F(1, 108) = 2.96, p = .088); however, the difference was not statistically significant. Conclusions: The results showed promising trends for the intervention group in weight loss maintenance measured at 12 months. The dropout rate was higher than expected, as the intervention was delivered during the COVID-19 pandemic making face-to-face assessments difficult.Pozostałe osiągnięcia naukoweArtykuły (zamknięty dostęp)Journal article