This study is about pain expressed by virtual humans and empathy in users immersed reality. It focuses on whether people feel more toward the of a human when realistic representation known individual, as opposed to an unknown person, if social presence related users' human's pain. The 42 participants were reality using large immersive cube with images retro projected all six faces (CAVE-Like system) where they can interact real time characters. first immersion (baseline/control) was animal,...

Telemental health is the use of information and communications technologies broadband networks to deliver mental services support wellness. Although numerous studies have demonstrated efficiency utility telemental health, certain barriers may impede its implementation, including attitudes service providers. The current study draws on technology acceptance model (TAM) understand role providers’ perceptions (psychotherapy delivered via videoconferencing) their intention this with patients. A...

Journal Article Manipulating subjective realism and its impact on presence: Preliminary results feasibility neuroanatomical correlates Get access Stéphane Bouchard, Bouchard * aCyberpsychology Lab of UQO, Université du Québec en Outaouais, C.P. 1250, Succursale Hull, Gatineau, Québec, Canada J8X 3X7 Corresponding author. Address: Laboratory Cyberpsychology, PO Box Station 3X7. Tel.: +1 819 595 3099; fax: 2250. E-mail address:Stephane.Bouchard@uqo.ca (S. Bouchard). Search for other works by...

Abstract Background Our societies are facing mental health challenges, which have been compounded by the Covid-19. This event led people to isolate themselves and stop seeking help they needed. In response this situation, Health Recovery Learning Center, applying College (RC) model, modified its training program a shorter online format. study examines effectiveness of single RC course delivered in shortened format diverse population at risk deterioration context Methods quasi-experimental...

This brief article discusses the current state of knowledge on use virtual reality in assessing and/or treating body image and disturbances among athletes with dysfunctional eating attitudes behaviors ( i.e., disorders disordered eating). The scientific void this subject, as demonstrated by literature review, clearly demonstrates that more research is needed to fully understand contribution field.

Background: Body image disturbance has been associated with various health conditions and the potential to trigger development of unhealthy behaviors, including dysfunctional attitudes eating which may evolve into disorders. This study explores relationship between body variables-such as global self-worth, physical attractiveness-and continuum behaviors. Methods: A canonical correlation analysis was performed assess multivariate attitudinal perceptual variables a total 113 cases analyzed....

The first objective of this study was to test the convergent and discriminant validity between “eLoriCorps Immersive Body Rating Scale” traditional paper-based figure rating scale (FRS). second explore contribution egocentric virtual reality (VR) perspective eLoriCorps understanding body image disturbances (BIDs). sample consisted 53 female 13 male adults. size dissatisfaction, distortion, perceived size, ideal were assessed. Overall, outcomes showed good agreement allocentric perspectives...

Recent studies have shed light on how the COVID-19 pandemic changed our lives, and most of them documented its detrimental effect eating habits. Until now, effects this global crisis negative body image association with disordered behaviors remain largely understudied. This study aimed to investigate changes in frequency (i.e., restrictive eating, emotional overeating) shape weight concern, dissatisfaction) among a community sample women during (October 2020-May 2021). Furthermore, we...

A growing number of studies have used virtual reality (VR) for the assessment and treatment body image disturbances (BIDs). This study, conducted in a community sample adolescents, documents convergent discriminant validity between (a) traditional paper-based Figure Rating Scale (paper-based FRS), (b) VR-based Body (eLoriCorps-IBRS 1.1), (c) mobile app-based 1.1-Mobile). total 93 adolescents (14 to 18 years old) participated study. dissatisfaction distortion were assessed through FRS,...

Objectives: The present study aims to evaluate the effect of an online Recovery College (RC) program implemented in Quebec (Canada) during COVID-19 pandemic. From October 2020 June 2021, 27 training groups were conducted with a total 362 attendees. Methods: Outcome was evaluated using single group repeated measure design, assessing participants prior (T0), after (T1) and at follow up (T2). 107 learners RC attended three two-hour sessions agreed participate research. Results: Overall findings...

Abstract Background Body image variables such as body size perception (BSP) and dissatisfaction (BSD) can influence health-related behaviors. However, few studies have investigated these in adolescent girls participating a physical activity intervention. Therefore, the study objectives were to examine 1) associations between behaviors (physical activity, screen-time, eating habits sleep duration) BSP BSD among FitSpirit, intervention for girls; 2) of weight control practices on association...

Introduction. The Covid-19 pandemic (C-19) has a negative impact on the mental health of general population and in particular, women, people with chronic physical illness or psychiatric conditions, students care providers. Targeting these needs, Recovery College (RC) model offers new innovative approach based co-learning learner diversity. provides space where at-risk populations public learn together collectively equip themselves to better address psychological well-being issues. Objective....

The aim of the present study was to identify eaters profiles using latest advantages Machine Learning approach cluster analysis.A total 317 participants completed an online-based survey including self-reported measures body image dissatisfaction, bulimia, restraint, and intuitive eating. Analyses were conducted in two steps: (a) identifying optimal number clusters, (b) validating clustering model profile a procedure inspired by Causal Reasoning approach.This reveals 7-cluster profiles....

Adolescence is a crucial time in the development and maintenance of lifestyle habits. Interventions to improve health-related behaviors are important, including those that can contribute an increase physical activity (PA). During adolescence, PA typically decreases with age, particularly girls. The FitSpirit program offers services help Canadian schools from Quebec Ontario implement interventions for adolescent This study aimed evaluate changes participants’ levels habits (sedentary time,...

L’objectif de cette étude est comparer les attitudes et comportements alimentaires inappropriés (ACAI) ainsi que caractéristiques psychosociales - anxiété physique sociale, perceptions du soi physique, pression perçue pour être mince entre deux niveaux pratique sportive (intensive loisir). Cent quarante-six adolescents français ont rempli un ensemble questionnaires. Les résultats indiquent que, comparativement aux sportifs qui s’entraînent en loisir, niveau intensif sont plus nombreux à...

Introduction COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted people’s mental and physical health. Three areas have been significantly impacted, among others: eating-related behaviors, occupational balance, exposure to self-image due videoconferencing. This study aims explore document eaters profiles that were reported during the in general Canadian population using a holistic perspective, including body perceptions, attitudes, eating behaviors (i.e., image, motivations regarding food), occupations...

Abstract Background Worldwide, most adolescent girls do not meet physical activity (PA) recommendations and very few PA programs are tailored specifically towards them. Even fewer information exists about the long-term effects of such programs. Some Canadian schools have implemented FitSpirit intervention designed for aged 12 to 17 years old. This paper describes protocol a quasi-experimental study evaluating changes in health behaviours outcomes following participation. Methods The is...

Disturbances in physical self-perceptions (PSP) can lead to inappropriate attitudes and eating behaviours (IAEB) including disorders (ED) obesity. This exploratory study assesses the effects of a blind integrated prevention program—the SILENCE Program—with high school students. No significant effect Program on IAEB 61 adolescents was observed between pre- post-test, but positive evolution specific PSP components (global self-esteem, perceived appearance, etc.) during 14 consecutive weeks...