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Effects of upward and downward social comparison information on the efficacy of an appearance-based sun protection intervention: a randomized, controlled experiment by Mahler, Heike I. M., Kulik, James A., Gerrard, Meg, Gibbons, Frederick X.

“…This experiment examined the impact of adding upward and/or downward social comparison information on the efficacy of an appearance-based sun protection…”
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The role of emotions in UV protection intentions and behaviors by Mahler, Heike I.M.

“…Two studies examined the role of emotions, relative to cognitions, in predicting sun protection intentions and practices. In Study 1, 106 females were assessed…”
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Sun Protection Intervention for Highway Workers: Long-Term Efficacy of UV Photography and Skin Cancer Information on Men’s Protective Cognitions and Behavior by Stock, Michelle L., Gerrard, Meg, Gibbons, Frederick X., Dykstra, Jennifer L., Mahler, Heike I. M., Walsh, Laura A., Kulik, James A.

“…Background The risk for skin cancer is increased among older males and outdoor workers who have high levels of ultraviolet (UV) exposure. Purpose This study…”
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The relative role of cognitive and emotional reactions in mediating the effects of a social comparison sun protection intervention by Mahler, Heike I.M.

“…Objective: This experiment examined the cognitive and emotional impact of two social comparison-based sun protection interventions in a sample of Southern…”
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Reasons for using and failing to use sunscreen: comparison among whites, Hispanics, and Asian/Pacific Islanders in Southern California by Mahler, Heike I M

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Long-Term Effects of Appearance-Based Interventions on Sun Protection Behaviors by Mahler, Heike I. M, Kulik, James A, Gerrard, Meg, Gibbons, Frederick X

“…Objectives: To examine the longer term efficacies of exposure to UV photographs and photoaging information (e.g., wrinkles and age spots) for increasing sun…”
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Effects of Two Appearance-Based Interventions on the Sun Protection Behaviors of Southern California Beach Patrons by Mahler, Heike I. M., Kulik, James A., Gerrard, Meg, Gibbons, Frederick X.

“…The efficacy of 2 appearance-based sun protection interventions was assessed with a sample of 244 beach patrons. Participants were randomly assigned to (a)…”
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Social norms information enhances the efficacy of an appearance-based sun protection intervention by Mahler, Heike I.M., Kulik, James A., Butler, Heather A., Gerrard, Meg, Gibbons, Frederick X.

“…This experiment examined whether the efficacy of an appearance-based sun protection intervention could be enhanced by the addition of social norms information…”
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Effects of photoaging information and UV photo on sun protection intentions and behaviours: A cross-regional comparison by Mahler, Heike I. M., Kulik, James A., Gerrard, Meg, Gibbons, Frederick X.

“…There is limited empirical evidence regarding differences in sun protection practices in different regions of the USA. This study examined whether there are…”
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Using UV Photography to Reduce Use of Tanning Booths: A Test of Cognitive Mediation by Gibbons, Frederick X, Gerrard, Meg, Lane, David J, Mahler, Heike I. M, Kulik, James A

“…Two laboratory studies were conducted in which a new type of intervention was used to reduce ultraviolet radiation (UV) exposure from tanning booth use among…”
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Effects of Appearance-Based Interventions on Sun Protection Intentions and Self-Reported Behaviors by Mahler, Heike I. M, Kulik, James A, Gibbons, Frederick X, Gerrard, Meg, Harrell, Jody

“…Two appearance-based interventions designed to increase sun protection intentions and behaviors were evaluated. Sixty-eight college students in Experiment 1…”
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Effects of Media Images on Attitudes Toward Tanning by Mahler, Heike I. M., Beckerley, Shiloh E., Vogel, Michelle T.

“…Two experiments evaluated the effects of exposure to pictures of suntanned and untanned fashion models on attitudes regarding the importance of having a tan…”
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Effects of interventions based on the theory of planned behavior on sugar-sweetened beverage consumption intentions and behavior by Gregorio-Pascual, Petrona, Mahler, Heike I.M.

“…There is increasing concern about the health risks of added dietary sugar, perhaps particularly when consumed in beverages that contain no essential nutrients…”
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Sun exposure in young adult cancer survivors on and off the beach: results from Project REACH by Zwemer, Eric K., Mahler, Heike I. M., Werchniak, Andrew E., Recklitis, Christopher J.

“…Background Although cancer survivors are at risk for future skin cancers, many do not practice recommended sun protection. Studies have demonstrated poor…”
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Marital quality predicts hospital stay following coronary artery bypass surgery for women but not men by Kulik, James A., Mahler, Heike I.M.

“…This study examined how two indices of spouse support, one relatively general and chronic (perceived overall marital quality), and one relatively…”
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Social Comparison and Affiliation Under Threat: Effects on Recovery From Major Surgery by Kulik, James A, Mahler, Heike I. M, Moore, Philip J

“…This study extends stress and affiliation research by examining the effects of preoperative roommate assignments on the affiliation patterns, preoperative…”
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Construction and Validation of a Self-report Subjective Emptiness Scale by Price, Adrian L., Mahler, Heike I. M., Hopwood, Christopher J.

“…Subjective emptiness is a psychiatric symptom that is primarily assessed and studied as a criterion of borderline personality disorder, even though research…”
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Evaluating SunSmart: a brief educational intervention promoting sun protection in young adult cancer survivors by Chevalier, Lydia L., Michaud, Alexis, Mahler, Heike I. M., Fine, Elizabeth, Recklitis, Christopher J.

“…PURPOSEYoung adult cancer survivors (YACS) are at risk for secondary skin cancers but relevant interventions have not been validated in this population. To…”
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Effects of a Videotape Information Intervention for Spouses on Spouse Distress and Patient Recovery From Surgery by Mahler, Heike I. M, Kulik, James A

“…Shortly before hospital release, the spouses of 226 male and 70 female coronary artery bypass graft patients were randomly assigned to view an optimistically…”
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Interventions to Promote Sun Protection Behaviors: What Do We Know About the Efficacy of Health- and Appearance-based Messages and the Role of Cognitions and Emotions? by Mahler, Heike I. M.

“…Human behavior has been implicated as a critical component in the development of a number of diseases, including skin cancer. More than 85% of all skin cancers…”
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