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Matthew Yiu Kwan is an Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University, with a focus on exercise psychology, behavioral science, and movement behavior research. His work bridges physical activity, mental health, and developmental disorders, particularly focusing on children and adolescents.
- Research Interests: Physical activity, mental health, developmental coordination disorder, behavioral theory, health promotion
- Methodologies: Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA), longitudinal studies, systematic reviews, community-based participatory research
His recent publications reveal a focus on 24-hour movement guidelines, time reallocation effects on wellbeing, and interventions for physical literacy. Notably, he investigates DCD comorbidities, adolescent behavioral transitions, and community engagement strategies for newcomers.
Kwan has contributed extensively to teaching as an instructor for Exercise Psychology (KINESIOL 3H03) and led projects like the PLUS and MovingU studies examining physical activity during life transitions. He utilizes machine learning and isotemporal analysis to understand behavioral dynamics.
While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, his work has been widely disseminated through preprints, co-author networks, and policy references. Kwan serves on editorial boards and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to advance behavioral medicine.
