In this inaugural address, reflections on the transition towards a circular economy are shared, with a deliberate focus on human behaviour. This focus is intentional. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, behavioural changes could reduce global greenhouse gas emissions by as much …

During and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis older people presented significantly reduced practice of physical activity and social contact and were exposed to several psychological stress factors that negatively affected physical and mental health. To change this for the better, the Erasmus+ project …

Globally, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant effect on people’s mental health and levels of physical activity, especially in older adults who are more vulnerable. Although it has been five years since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, many older adults still face direct and indirect negative …

Introduction: Mental health conditions are highly prevalent among adolescents, affecting one in seven individuals and accounting for 15% of the global disease burden in this age group. The promotion of health behaviours including physical activity, nutrition, and sleep, and reduction of sedentary behaviour, …

Introduction Supporting patients to achieve healthy physical activity (PA) levels can enhance meaningful participation. However, interventions rarely result in sustained PA. There is a need for person-centred approaches that integrate patients' unique contexts and link them with principles of behavioural …

Auxiliary reins (AR) such as draw- or side reins are commonly employed by equestrians but may cause equine welfare concerns. This study investigated behavioural factors underpinning AR usage and whether equestrians understand their biomechanical function. A mixed methods survey of 14–24 questions was …

Background: Community nurses (CNs) play an important role in supporting healthy lifestyles, including healthy eating behaviour of patients. However, many CNs do not incorporate healthy eating support in their daily routines to the fullest extent possible. This study aimed to explore (1) the associations …

This study investigates strategies to enhance resident engagement in increasing neighbourhood biodiversity in Rotterdam, aligning with municipal biodiversity agendas. Despite competing priorities, residents' proactive involvement is crucial. Insights from expert interviews and behavioural models inform …

Many citizens experience ambivalence – having simultaneously positive and negative evaluations – about changing their behaviour towards a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. Based on 36 studies, this study identifies and synthesises the current evidence on how ambivalence impacts environmental behaviours. …

Artikel dat de inhoud weergeeft van het ronde tafelgesprek op 30 mei in Arnhem bij DNV Netherlands B.V. Onderwerp: Energy Game Changers: communicatie over energietransitie. EMPATHIE BETER DAN GEHEVEN VINGERTJE. Welke communicatie helpt?De energietransitie in Nederland komt in een stroomversnelling en …