University of Twente Student Theses
Assessing Mental and Physical Health-Related Lifestyle Behaviours: Enhancing the University of Twente's Lifestyle Check Questionnaire for Validity, Acceptance, and Comparison among UT Staff
Fastenrath, Louis (2023) Assessing Mental and Physical Health-Related Lifestyle Behaviours: Enhancing the University of Twente's Lifestyle Check Questionnaire for Validity, Acceptance, and Comparison among UT Staff.
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| Abstract: | This study aimed to enhance the University of Twente's (UT) lifestyle check intake questionnaire to assess mental health and physical health-related lifestyle behaviours among UT staff. Employing a mixed-methods design and co-creational approach, the study sought to identify valid measures based on empirical evidence and stakeholder preferences. UT staff scores on novel health indicators were compared with a reference sample, while exploring staff perceptions, acceptance levels, and factors influencing participation, including differences based on employment contracts. The study compared the scores of approximately one hundred UT staff members on the novel health indicators with scores from other staff groups. The analysis sought to investigate factors that may impact the levels of acceptance, employing questions rooted in the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT). Additionally, the study explored possible variations in acceptance across different contract types. The findings showed significant differences in mean scores between the UT and reference samples, indicating lower stress levels and reduced risk for alcohol consumption among UT staff. A significantly lower level of physical activity was observed among UT staff. The results of the multiple regression analysis indicated that the items derived from the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) and employment contract types did not have a significant influence on the acceptance level (willingness to participate again). This study contributed to the ongoing improvement of the UT lifestyle check intake questionnaire, enhancing its validity in measuring mental health and physical health-related lifestyle behaviours. To further enhance user acceptance and engagement, future research should consider implementing user-centred design principles and conducting usability testing to ensure the questionnaire meets the needs and preferences of the target population. Additionally, exploring detailed personalized feedback could potentially increase user motivation and participation. Continuous refinements of the questionnaire, guided by user feedback and evaluation, are recommended to optimize its utility and effectiveness. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Bachelor) |
| Faculty: | BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences |
| Subject: | 77 psychology |
| Programme: | Psychology BSc (56604) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/96388 |
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