Dr. Florence Sheen
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flosheen.bsky.social
Dr. Florence Sheen
@flosheen.bsky.social
VC Independent Research Fellow in SSEHS, Loughborough University
Eating Behaviour, Health, Wellbeing
Prev. of UCL Behavioural Science & Health, A*STAR, and University of Liverpool
Views are my own
⭐This highlights:

1️⃣negative consequences which may undermine apps' potential to promote behaviour change & wellbeing

2️⃣need for user-centred app design based on psychological theory, wellbeing + intrinsic motivation

Thanks Paulina Bondaronek, Lucy Porter, Tris Papakonstantinou & Maria Çeka! [3/3]
October 23, 2025 at 9:10 AM
We observed:
🧠 key challenges + unintended consequences, inc. negative psychological + behavioural impacts
🎯 challenges logging real-world activities, meeting algorithm-set goals + negative impacts on emotions, motivation + engagement [2/3]
October 23, 2025 at 9:10 AM
🍽️>87% gave babies/toddlers processed baby snacks regularly between meals
⭐Snacks were frequently used to quieten/entertain
📣Brand communications+on-pack claims guide food choices

Greater transparency+regulation of on-pack marketing could help parents make healthier food choices for babies/toddlers
June 26, 2025 at 8:19 AM
A full circle moment; my summer internship with Prof. Eric Robinson started my research journey back in 2014. Grateful to have the chance to inspire new researchers! 🥰
March 12, 2025 at 4:10 PM