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Netta WeinsteinView profile

Professor

• Self-regulation
• Motivation
• Well-being
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Netta Weinstein is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Reading and holds a Research Associate position at the Oxford Internet Institute (OII) since February 2020. Her work focuses on human motivation’s role in behavior and well-being, particularly in the context of technology use. She examines self-regulation in digital contexts, caregiver regulation of youth technology use, and positive technology outcomes for vulnerable populations. Her research contributes to three key areas: online addiction, digital parenting strategies to foster cooperation and reduce aggression, and technology’s benefits for marginalized groups. Her research projects include the OII’s Programme on the Governance of Emerging Technologies, exploring legal and ethical aspects of AI, and the Trustworthiness Auditing for AI initiative, which evaluates accountability tools in healthcare and open science. Collaborations include work with Professors Ekaterina Hertog and Victoria Nash on parental control technologies’ impact on parent-teen relationships. Recent studies highlight her contributions to understanding digital detoxing’s minimal effects on well-being, advocating for cautious application of behavioral science in policy (e.g., pandemic responses), and promoting moderate screen time for children’s mental health. She emphasizes balancing child safety with autonomy through evidence-based parenting tools. Publications span interdisciplinary topics, including parental monitoring’s ethical implications and the long-term effects of digital tools on family dynamics. Her findings are disseminated through press releases, academic journals, and platforms like BBC Ideas, ensuring accessible insights for policymakers and the public.

Antonio Verdejo-GarciaView profile

Professor

• Addiction
• Obesity
• Substance Abuse
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Antonio Verdejo-Garcia is a Professor (Research) in the School of Psychological Sciences and the Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health at Monash University. He holds an NHMRC Leadership Fellowship and serves as Co-Chair of the Neuroscience Interest Group at the International Society of Addiction Medicine. He has an Adjunct Honorary Appointment at Turning Point (Eastern Health). His academic journey includes a PhD from the University of Granada (2006) and postdoctoral training at Johns Hopkins University, University of Cambridge, and Institut Hospital del Mar d'Investigacions Mediques. Before joining Monash in 2012, he held roles as Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, and Associate Professor at the University of Granada. Research interests center on cognitive and neural mechanisms of executive control, decision-making, and their implications for addiction, compulsive eating, and obesity. He has authored over 290 peer-reviewed articles, edited a book on Cognition & Addiction, and secured continuous national/international research funding. His work has garnered over 17,000 citations. He serves on editorial boards for journals like Addiction , PLoS One , and Current Addiction Reports . Key projects include the AAT-APP Trial for alcohol use disorder, decoding drivers of food choices for obesity management, and neurocircuitry studies in addiction. Recent articles (2023–2025) focus on impulsivity, telehealth interventions for eating disorders, and neuropharmacological comparisons between MDMA and methamphetamine users. Scientific achievements include NHMRC Leadership Fellowship and contributions to clinical translation of cognitive rehabilitation. He advises on grants and mentors students in addiction neuroscience. Current projects involve psilocybin treatment for anorexia nervosa and cortical control of feeding circuits.

• Behavioral Addictions
• Substance Use Disorders
• Mental Health
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Zsolt Demetrovics is a Matthew Flinders Professor in Mental Health and Wellbeing at Flinders University, serving as Director of the Flinders Institute for Mental Health and Wellbeing (FIMHWell) and Interim Dean (Research) in the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work. Previously, he held leadership roles at ELTE Eötvös Loránd University, including Dean of the Faculty of Education and Psychology and Director of the Institute of Psychology. He founded the Centre of Excellence in Responsible Gaming at the University of Gibraltar (2021–2024). His research focuses on behavioral addictions, including substance use, internet/gaming addiction, compulsive sexual behavior, and work addiction. He holds a PhD in Personality and Health Psychology, a Doctor of Science (DSc), and postgraduate qualifications as a clinical psychologist specializing in addiction and health psychology. Zsolt is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Behavioral Addictions and President of the International Society for the Study of Behavioral Addictions (ISSBA). His accolades include membership in the Academia Europaea, Hungarian Academy of Sciences, and multiple awards for research impact and academic excellence. Education: MAs in Psychology and Cultural Anthropology; PhD in Personality and Health Psychology; DSc. Awards: Szent-Györgyi Albert Award (2021), Nyírő Gyula Award (2024, 2010), Bolyai Plaque (2016). Roles: WHO expert panel member, European Union Drug Agency Scientific Committee, and advisory roles in global addiction research consortia. His work bridges clinical practice and public health, emphasizing evidence-based policies and interdisciplinary collaboration to address behavioral addiction challenges globally.

Yun Jung LeeView profile

Professor

• Consumer Behavior
• E-Commerce
• Healthcare Marketing
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Yun Jung Lee is Professor in the Decision Sciences and Marketing Department at Adelphi University's Robert B. Willumstad School of Business, specializing in digital consumer behavior and healthcare marketing. Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Consumer Behavior from Purdue University (2009) and multiple degrees from Seoul National University. Her educational background: Ph.D. Consumer Behavior, Purdue University (2009) M.A. Consumer Studies, Seoul National University (2005) B.B.A. Business Administration, Seoul National University (2003) B.A. Consumer Studies, Seoul National University (2003) Professor Lee's research focuses on Consumer Behavior , E-Commerce , and Healthcare Marketing , with significant contributions to understanding flow states in digital environments, mobile commerce interactivity, and patient-driven health information systems. Her work bridges psychological theory with practical applications in retail and healthcare sectors, emphasizing how technological interfaces shape consumer decisions and emotional responses. Analysis of her 15 recent publications reveals consistent exploration of digital consumer experiences across e-commerce, mobile platforms, and healthcare contexts. Key trends include the psychological mechanisms of online purchasing behavior, brand-customer relationship dynamics in virtual spaces, and the impact of interactivity on satisfaction metrics. Her healthcare marketing research notably examines patient autonomy in digital health management. Her scientific recognition includes: Bender Award for Outstanding Body of Work (2020) Two Bender Awards for Best Paper (2020, 2019) Emerald Literati Network Awards (Highly Commended 2012, Outstanding Paper 2008) Professor Lee has secured three Adelphi University research grants supporting her work in e-commerce (2010-2011, 2016-2017) and healthcare marketing (2011). She teaches core courses including Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy, and Retail Management, translating her research insights into practical business education.

• Mental Health
• College Student Mental Health
• Psychological Interventions
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Dr. Sascha Struijs is an Assistant Professor at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, affiliated with both the Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences (Clinical Psychology department) and the APH - Mental Health unit. Their research focuses on mental health interventions, college student wellbeing, and psychological treatment efficacy, with a particular emphasis on LGBTQ+ populations and digital health solutions. They collaborate internationally on large-scale studies like the World Mental Health International College Student (WMH-ICS) initiative. Research interests include: Depression and anxiety treatment outcomes Internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) Sexual orientation and mental health disparities Sleep and circadian rhythm interventions Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) treatment meta-analyses Mental health during pandemics Recent work examines: Global mental health trends in university students Effectiveness of brief interventions for addiction and mood disorders Guided self-help programs for sleep improvement Teaching focuses on low-intensity mental health treatments for common disorders. Ancillary activities include working as a mental health specialist at De Autisme Specialist in Bilthoven since 2022.

• Mindfulness in Workplace
• Positive Psychology
• Workplace Well-being
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Dr. James Donald is a Senior Lecturer in the Discipline of Work and Organisational Studies at the Sydney Business School , University of Sydney. He combines teaching and research, focusing on mindfulness, positive psychology, and technology's impact on workplace well-being. His work bridges academic research with practical applications for leadership development. Research Interests : Workplace mindfulness, emotional regulation, compulsive internet use, leadership psychology, and organizational well-being. Key Topics : 2024 articles examine adolescents' digital addiction, gender equality implications, and leadership in hyper-connected environments. Scientific Contributions : His research has appeared in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin , Emotion , and Current Directions in Psychological Science . He explores how compulsive internet use affects emotional skills and leadership quality. Media Engagement : Regularly featured in ABC Radio National, Sydney Morning Herald, and The Australian, discussing stress leave, micromanagement, hybrid work challenges, and teen internet addiction.

Soon Li LeeView profile

Lecturer

• Cyberpsychology
• Technological Addiction
• Social Media Use
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Dr. Soon Li Lee is a Lecturer at Monash University Malaysia, affiliated with the Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences. He joined Monash in 2021 after serving as a psychology lecturer at Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus. His work centers on cyberpsychology, particularly technological and social media addiction, with a strong emphasis on psychological well-being. His research interests include: Technological addiction (e.g., Facebook, smartphone) Dark Triad personality traits (narcissism, Machiavellianism, psychopathy) Individual differences in technology use Social outcomes of dark personality traits Humor styles and schadenfreude Cultural orientations and digital behavior Dr. Lee's recent publications (2020–2024) reflect a consistent focus on the psychological mechanisms underlying social media use, particularly how personality traits like the Dark Triad influence maladaptive behaviors online. His work often employs mediation and moderation analyses to explore constructs such as dependency, self-criticism, self-esteem, and social anxiety. Key journals include Computers in Human Behavior , PLoS ONE , and Japanese Psychological Research , indicating interdisciplinary reach across psychology, mental health, and human-technology interaction. Scientific contributions and recognition: Associate Editor, International Journal of Technology and Human Interaction (2021) Guest Editor, International Journal of Mental Health Promotion (2024) Research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly mental health and well-being Dr. Lee actively supervises students whose research has been published in indexed journals, demonstrating mentorship in cyberpsychological research. He is currently accepting PhD students. His work also involves cross-cultural studies, especially comparing Malaysian and Australian populations, and extends into clinical domains such as Prader-Willi Syndrome management. No formal lab or research team is explicitly mentioned, but his collaborative publications suggest active research networking.

Todd FarchioneView profile

Research Professor

• Anxiety Disorders
• Mood Disorders
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Todd Farchione is a Research Professor in the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences at Boston University . His research focuses on psychological factors underlying anxiety and mood disorders, particularly obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and compulsive hoarding. He investigates neurocognitive mechanisms of emotional symptoms and evaluates transdiagnostic treatments like the Unified Protocol (UP), which targets shared processes across emotional disorders. His work emphasizes developing and refining evidence-based therapies, including internet-based interventions and telehealth applications. Recent studies explore UP’s efficacy in diverse populations (e.g., homeless women, Latinx communities, and conflict-exposed individuals) and its integration with pharmacotherapy (e.g., zonisamide for alcohol use disorder). Farchione’s research also addresses treatment mechanisms, such as cognitive reappraisal, rumination reduction, and positive affect regulation. He collaborates internationally, publishing in multiple languages, and advocates for scalable, transdiagnostic approaches to mental health to address global disparities. Key contributions include advancing UP as a transdiagnostic framework, demonstrating its effectiveness in reducing comorbid psychopathology, and exploring its impact on well-being and quality of life. His work highlights the role of mindfulness, homework compliance, and therapist-patient dynamics in treatment success.

Sam ChamberlainView profile

Professor

• Psychiatry
• Clinical Neuroscience
• Behavioral Addictions
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Professor Sam Chamberlain is a psychiatrist at the University of Southampton , with expertise in impulsive/compulsive disorders and university student mental health. He serves as Service Director of the Southern Gambling Treatment Clinic and Head of Academic Psychiatry (2024-). PhD in Psychiatry (Wellcome Trust Funded) MB/PhD Programme graduate (University of Cambridge) Honorary Consultant Psychiatrist at Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Leadership roles in Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) Wessex Mental Health Research Hub Research focuses on translational methodologies for understanding and treating: Gambling disorder Trichotillomania (hair pulling) Skin picking/excoriation disorder Compulsive sexual behavior ADHD Recent publications explore neurocognitive predictors of addictive behaviors, treatment optimization for gambling disorder, and digital mental health interventions. Current projects include digital innovations for gambling disorder, problematic internet use research, and longitudinal student mental health studies. Supervision includes PhD candidate Christopher Lawrence in Clinical Neurosciences.

• Social Media Use
• Problematic Internet Use
• Adolescent Development
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Dr. Regina van den Eijnden is an Associate Professor in Interdisciplinary Social Science at Utrecht University. Her research examines adolescents' social media use, problematic internet behaviors, and their impact on mental health and development. She leads national projects like Digital Youth and Digital Family, and contributes to international HBSC studies. Her work focuses on factors influencing digital addiction, including parenting practices, peer relationships, and individual vulnerabilities. Publications analyze compulsive behaviors across European contexts and protective factors against problematic digital use. Van den Eijnden's research has been featured in media discussions about technology's impact on youth and corporate responsibility in digital spaces.

• Addiction Psychiatry
• Impulse Control Disorders
• Neurobiology of Addiction
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Dr. Marc Potenza is a Professor of Psychiatry, Child Study, and Neuroscience at Yale University School of Medicine. He holds leadership roles as Director of the Center of Excellence in Gambling Research, the Yale Program for Research on Impulsivity and Impulse Control Disorders, and the Women and Addictive Disorders Core at Women's Health Research at Yale. Board-certified in psychiatry and addiction psychiatry, Dr. Potenza completed his MD and PhD in Cell Biology at Yale, followed by residency and fellowship training there. His research focuses on neurobiological mechanisms and treatments for substance and non-substance addictions, including gambling disorder, gaming disorder, compulsive sexual behavior, and binge eating. He applies brain imaging, genetic, and clinical trial methodologies to advance prevention and treatment strategies, emphasizing gender differences and intermediary phenotypes like impulsivity. Dr. Potenza has published over 385 peer-reviewed articles and serves on editorial boards including as Editor-in-Chief of Current Addiction Reports. He advises national and international organizations such as WHO and NIH on addiction-related policies. Awards include the Phoenix Award and Lifetime Research Award from the National Council on Problem Gambling. His academic leadership includes directing interdisciplinary teams at the Connecticut Mental Health Center, Stress Center, and Wu Tsai Institute. Current research highlights include transdiagnostic brain studies and cross-cultural validation of addiction screening tools across 42 countries.

Anna SchmidView profile

Researcher

• Internet Usage Disorders
• Behavioral Addictions
• Stress Modulation
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Anna Schmid, M.Sc. is a Scientific Associate at the Chair of Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Human Sciences, Otto-Friedrich University of Bamberg. She works on behavioral addictions, focusing on the transition from goal-directed to automated behavior in internet usage disorders. Current research examines stress modulation of habit formation in gaming and shopping disorders (DFG-funded project FABEDO) Recent publications analyze Pavlovian conditioning mechanisms, cue reactivity, and reward processing in behavioral addictions Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams studying psychopathology and automated behaviors Her work employs experimental paradigms and psychophysiological measures to understand addiction mechanisms.

Demetrovics ZsoltView profile

Professor

• Behavioral Addictions
• Personality Assessment
• Epidemiology
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Zsolt Demetrovics is a Professor of Psychology at ELTE Eötvös Loránd University and Chair of the Centre of Excellence in Responsible Gaming at the University of Gibraltar. He holds dual roles as former Dean of the Faculty of Education and Psychology and Director of the Institute of Psychology at ELTE. His academic journey includes leadership positions such as Head of the Department of Clinical Psychology and Addiction, which he founded in 2011, and establishment of the Clinical Psychology and Addiction PhD program. Education: MA in Psychology and Cultural Anthropology from ELTE (dates not specified), PhD in Personality and Health Psychology (addictive behaviors) from ELTE. Certified clinical psychologist from University of Pécs. Research focuses on behavioral addictions (gaming, social media, internet), personality assessment, addiction epidemiology, and mechanisms of technological addictions. He pioneered the Problematic Internet Use Questionnaire (2008) and contributed to DSM-5 criteria for gaming disorder. Over 400 publications and 30 authored/edited books reflect his prolific output. Awards highlight his impact: Szent-Györgyi Albert Award (2021), Bolyai Plaque (2016), and others recognize his contributions to addiction science. He leads international organizations like the International Society for the Study of Behavioral Addictions and serves on editorial boards of journals including Addictive Behaviors. Advocacy includes policy work on digital addiction prevention and founding initiatives addressing problematic gaming features in video games. His research group has developed assessment tools for internet gaming disorder and explored pandemic-related internet overuse challenges.

Annabelle KleinView profile

Researcher

• Social Networking
• Adolescent Behavior
• Internet Studies
• +3 more

Annabelle Klein is a prominent researcher at the University of Namur (Belgium), specializing in digital media, adolescent behavior, and social networking. Her work spans over two decades with 65 research outputs including books, articles, and conference contributions. She has led significant projects including CLICK-BELSPO on compulsive computer use and ICT tools for knowledge management. Her research interests focus on how digital technologies impact adolescent development, with particular attention to social networking sites, compulsive internet use, and the collaborative economy. Klein's work connects digital media studies with psychological and sociological frameworks, examining phenomena like online identity construction, digital citizenship, and mental health implications of technology use. Klein's publication trends reveal consistent investigation into adolescent internet behavior since the late 1990s, with increasing focus on social networking sites after 2010. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in education and mental health, contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals through digital literacy and youth wellbeing initiatives. Klein has participated in 40 academic activities including conference presentations and organizational roles, with notable contributions at the International Association of University Pedagogy Congress. Her research has garnered significant attention with 93 citations and substantial readership on platforms like Mendeley. As Principal Investigator for the CLICK project and Co-Investigator for ICT knowledge management research, Klein has secured competitive funding and collaborated with institutions including KU Leuven. Her doctoral work at Université Catholique de Louvain established foundational research on online self-narratives and digital identity.

• Behavioural Science
• Problematic Internet Use
• Psychological Flexibility
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Kavya Raj is a Lecturer at Monash University, affiliated with BehaviourWorks Australia, where she conducts research at the intersection of behavioural science, mental health, and technology. Her work focuses on understanding and addressing problematic internet use, psychological flexibility, and behavioural change in educational and public health contexts. Her research interests include behavioural interventions , digital mindfulness , impulsivity and compulsivity , and public health applications of behavioural science . She explores how cognitive and emotional factors contribute to addictive behaviours, particularly among university students, and develops technology-informed strategies to promote mental well-being. The recent articles highlight a strong trend in problematic internet use , psychological flexibility , and cognitive inflexibility , with applications in mental health and higher education. Her work bridges clinical psychology, public health, and digital pedagogy, contributing to both theoretical understanding and practical interventions. Associate Fellow Higher Education Academy (11 Feb 2024) Best Oral Abstract (May 2022) One behaviour at a time - transforming the work of Industry through the "Applying Behavioural Science to Create Change" micro-credential (14 Nov 2023) Kavya Raj has been actively involved in research grants and consultancy projects, including Empowering Climate Champions and Scoping vision for forest fires prevention , demonstrating her applied focus on using behavioural science for societal challenges. She has contributed to multiple collaborative initiatives and presented at national and international conferences. She is associated with BehaviourWorks Australia , a leading centre for applied behavioural science, where she collaborates on projects aimed at driving behavioural change in public policy, health, and environmental resilience. Her team-based approach integrates interdisciplinary research with real-world impact.