Pepijn van Empelen
I am a behavioral psychologist at the Health & Work unit. I conduct research on behavioral interventions in the context of a healthy lifestyle and a healthy living environment, with a specific focus on people in vulnerable positions. My work focuses on the evidence-based development of behavioral interventions and implementation research.
Within the programs ‘Personalized Prevention and Care’ and ‘Early Metabolic Health’, I conduct research on behavior change methods and interventions that contribute to a healthier lifestyle, sustainable behavior change, and also on informed decision-making regarding vaccination choices and screening. This includes school programs and eHealth applications, but I also study methods to promote more integrated decision-making around a healthy living environment. Lastly, I research ways to better reach and engage vulnerable citizens in research and interventions.
Recent publications
Harakeh Z, Preuhs K, Eekhout I, Lanting C, Klein Velderman M, & van Empelen P (2024). Behavior Change Techniques that Prevent or Decrease Obesity in Youth with a Low Socioeconomic Status: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Childhood Obesity, 20(2), 128-140. http://doi.org/10.1089/chi.2022.0172.
Vonk L, van Empelen P, Huijts T, Eekhout I, Jansen M. (2024). The Role of School Health Promotion in Students’ Dietary Intake during School Hours: A Qualitative Comparative Analysis. Nutrients, 16(13):1981. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16131981.
Van Empelen, P. (2024). Het beter bereiken en betrekken van mensen met beperkte gezondheidsvaardigheden bij onderzoek en ontwerp van gezondheids-informatie. Tijdschrift voor Human Factors, 49, 4.
van Keulen H, Voogt C, Kleinjan M, Kramer J, Andree R, van Empelen P (2022). Development of a Dynamically Tailored mHealth Intervention (What Do You Drink) to Reduce Excessive Drinking Among Dutch Lower-Educated Students: User-Centered Design Approach. JMIR Form Res 2, 6(8):e36969.
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