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Use Of Mobile Phones And Changes In Cognitive Function In Adolescents, Silke Thomas, Geza P. Benke, Christina Dimitriadis, Imo Inyang, Malcolm Sim, Rory Wolfe, Rodney J. Croft, Michael J. Abramson
Use Of Mobile Phones And Changes In Cognitive Function In Adolescents, Silke Thomas, Geza P. Benke, Christina Dimitriadis, Imo Inyang, Malcolm Sim, Rory Wolfe, Rodney J. Croft, Michael J. Abramson
Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Papers (Archive)
BACKGROUND: Several studies have investigated the impact of mobile phone exposure on cognitive function, but mainly in adults. Children and adolescents are of special interest due to their developing nervous systems. METHODS: Data were derived from the Australian Mobile Radiofrequency Phone Exposed Users’ Study (MoRPhEUS) which comprised a baseline examination of year 7 students during 2005/2006 and a one year follow-up. Sociodemographic and exposure data were collected with a questionnaire. Cognitive functions were assessed with a computerized test battery and the Stroop Color-Word test. RESULTS: Overall, 236 students participated in both examinations. The proportion of mobile phone owners as well …
Process Evaluation Of An Innovative Sun Protection Intervention Targeting Adolescents, Sandra C. Jones, Keryn M. Johnson, Donald C. Iverson, Jeffrey Thom
Process Evaluation Of An Innovative Sun Protection Intervention Targeting Adolescents, Sandra C. Jones, Keryn M. Johnson, Donald C. Iverson, Jeffrey Thom
Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Papers (Archive)
The purpose of the current intervention was to target a defined segment of the adolescent population with a sun protection ‘offering’ that positioned sun protection as beneficial and addressed identified barriers (particularly inconvenience and image). A community intervention was conducted in one defined geographic region over the 2009/2010 Summer school holidays. Key elements of the intervention included the distribution of augmented products, promotional materials with a pre-tested impactful message, and partnerships with community and commercial organisations. The intervention was successful in creating interest and attention among adolescents. This paper reports on the process evaluations, focusing on barriers, facilitators and lessons …