CALL FOR PAPERS
Theories of Change in Digital Wellbeing: Evidence-Based Practices Across the Disciplines
5-7 June 2024
We are pleased to announce the International Conference on Theories of Change in Digital Wellbeing, to be held on 5-7 June 2024. The conference will bring together scholars, practitioners, and policymakers from a range of disciplines to explore theories of change and evidence-based practices related to digital wellbeing.
Digital technologies have become an integral part of our daily lives, and as such, have a significant impact on our wellbeing. From social media and mobile apps to virtual reality and wearable devices, these technologies have the potential to both positively and negatively affect our mental and physical health. In recent years, researchers and practitioners from a range of disciplines have developed theories of change and evidence-based practices to promote digital wellbeing.
The conference aims to provide a platform for the exchange of ideas and best practices related to theories of change and evidence-based practices in digital wellbeing. We invite papers on the following topics:
- Theoretical perspectives on digital wellbeing
- Evidence-based practices for promoting digital wellbeing
- Digital technologies and mental health
- Digital technologies and physical health
- Social media and digital wellbeing
- Wearable devices and digital wellbeing
- Virtual reality and digital wellbeing
- Ethical considerations in digital wellbeing research and practice
- Digital Wellbeing and Cybersecurity: How can we ensure that digital technologies are used safely and securely to promote wellbeing, and what are the implications of cybersecurity threats for digital wellbeing?
- Digital Wellbeing and Artificial Intelligence: How can AI technologies be used to promote digital wellbeing, and what are the potential risks and challenges associated with their use?
- Digital Wellbeing and Human-Computer Interaction: How can we design digital technologies that support users’ wellbeing, and what are the best practices for evaluating the impact of these technologies on users’ wellbeing?
We welcome submissions from scholars, practitioners, and policymakers across a range of disciplines, including psychology, sociology, education, health sciences, computer science, and engineering.
Digital Wellbeing, an interdisciplinary perspective – Volume VI
Editors
Dr. Dana Rad, Aurel Vlaicu University of Arad, Faculty of Educational Sciences Psychology and Social Work, Center of Research Development and Innovation in Psychology, Arad, Romania
Dr. Tiberiu Dughi, Aurel Vlaicu University of Arad, Faculty of Educational Sciences Psychology and Social Work, Center of Research Development and Innovation in Psychology, Arad, Romania
Dr. Gabriela Vancu, Aurel Vlaicu University of Arad, Faculty of Educational Sciences Psychology and Social Work, Center of Research Development and Innovation in Psychology, Arad, Romania
Dr. Edgar Demeter, Aurel Vlaicu University of Arad, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Physical Activity Research Center
Important dates for Chapter submission
Proposals Submission Deadline: May 28, 2024
Full Chapters Due: June 20, 2024
General objective
Digital wellbeing is an emerging concept standing in between psychology and technology. Digital wellbeing refers to the impact of technologies and digital services on people’s mental and emotional health. This book represents the Fifth Volume scientifically attempting to understand and identify the positive and negative impacts of engaging with digital environments and creating new evidence-based strategies to manage and control this complex system in order to enhance wellbeing.
Submission Procedure
Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before May 28, 2024, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of their proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by June 1, 2024 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines. Full chapters are expected to be submitted by June 20, 2024. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-blind review basis.
Note: In order to be included in the Conference Volume, papers must be presented in one of the oral presentations section, and the 1000 lei FEE payment proof must be sent by 28 May 2024 to dana@xhouse.ro
All proposals should be submitted by email at dana@xhouse.ro (Editor Dr. Dana Rad).
Publisher
This book is scheduled to be published by Peter Lang Publishing House Berlin, a prestigious international academic publisher. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.peterlang.com/. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2024.
Please check here: https://tcdw2024.uavconferences.eu/publication/ previously published TCDW2023 Volumes.
Inquiries
Dr. Dana Rad
Aurel Vlaicu University of Arad, Faculty of Educational Sciences Psychology and Social Work, Center of Research Development and Innovation in Psychology
dana@xhouse.ro
Dr. Tiberiu Dughi
Aurel Vlaicu University of Arad, Faculty of Educational Sciences Psychology and Social Work, Center of Research Development and Innovation in Psychology
tibi_dughi@yahoo.com