Using UV photography to reduce use of tanning booths: A test of cognitive mediation

Article Abstract:

Laboratory studies that were conducted where a new type of intervention was used to reduce ultraviolet radiation (UV) exposure from tanning booth use among college students are discussed. Results suggest that photos would reduce UV exposure among groups of individuals that are at high risk like beachgoers and tanning booth patrons.

Students, College, Health aspects, College students, Ultraviolet radiation, Photography

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Movie exposure to smoking cues and adolescent smoking onset: a test for mediation through peer affiliations

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The role of movie-smoking exposure in the start of adolescent smoking is investigated. It was observed that movie exposure to smoking increases affiliation with peers who are smokers, and indirectly affects the onset of adolescent smoking. Usage of media to prevent smoking among adolescents is also discussed.

Public affairs, Causes of, Smoking, Smoking and youth, Youth smoking, Media coverage, Clinical report, Peer relations

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Long term effects of appearance-based interventions on sun protection behaviors

Article Abstract:

The role of UV photo and photoaging-information interventions in motivating sun protection practices with relation to skin cancer is presented.

Toilet Preparation Manufacturing, Toilet preparations, Suntan & Sunscreen Lotions, Skin, Sunscreening agents, Skin cancer, Sunscreens (Cosmetics), Skin aging, Intervention (Psychology)

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