Deirdre A Robertson
Dados Biográficos
| ID | 3583316 |
|---|---|
| NOME | Deirdre A Robertson |
| PRENOMES | Deirdre A |
| SOBRENOME | Robertson |
| ASSINATURA | ROBERTSON D A |
| AFILIAÇÕES | Economic and Social Research Institute |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-2829-1722 |
| VERIFICADO | Sim |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 11 |
| TOTAL DE CITAÇÕES | 8 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 11 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMEIRO ANO DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2020 |
| ANO MAIS RECENTE DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 2 |
Childhood gambling experiences and adult problem gambling
Many countries are strengthening their regulation of the gambling industry. Measures to protect children from exposure to gambling are often an important component of regulation, as childhood exposure to gambling is thought to lead to problem gambling (PG) in adulthood. We report a pre-registered analysis of survey data from a nationally representative sample of adults in Ireland (N = 1,663). Almost two-in-three adults (64%) report having gambled…
Linking farmers’ views of bovine tuberculosis to biosecurity behaviours
Bovine tuberculosis (bTB) is an endemic disease. Eradication programmes generally involve state test-and-cull protocols, biosecurity standards and vaccination or culling of wildlife. This paper investigates how farmers' perceptions of bTB and eradication attempts influence their own behaviour. Qualitative research has highlighted specific perceptions that may influence behaviour. The present mixed-methods study began with a qualitative analysis, …
Effects of inducements on sports gambling and decision-errors
Designing information materials to reduce blame and build trust in health screening
OBJECTIVES: This study explores strategies to reduce blame for false results and build trust in population-based cervical screening. False results cause patient frustration, blame, and distrust. To address these issues, we developed a decision aid comprising three components: (1) a journey map that visually explains the screening process, (2) a video featuring a medical scientist discussing uncertainty inherent in screening and her role in testin…
Behavioural evidence to inform the Covid-19 pandemic response
Humankind's main defence against the virus that cuases COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2), besides vaccine development, was co-ordinated behaviour change. In many countries, co-ordination was assisted by tracking surveys designed to measure self-reported behaviour and attitudes. This paper describes an alternative, complementary approach, which was undertaken in close collaboration with officials in the Department of the Taoiseach (Irish Prime Minister). We a…
Improving the management of hospital waiting lists by using nudges in letters
The redesigned letter increased patient compliance with the validation process. The redesign has subsequently been adopted by public hospitals in Ireland
How consumer and provider responses to nutritional labelling interact
Is the effect of menu energy labelling on consumer behaviour equitable? A pooled analysis of twelve randomized control experiments
Menu energy labelling has been implemented as a public health policy to promote healthier dietary choices and reduce obesity. However, it is unclear whether the influence energy labelling has on consumer behaviour differs based on individuals’ demographics or characteristics and may therefore produce inequalities in diet. Data were analysed from 12 randomized control trials (N = 8508) evaluating the effect of food and drink energy labelling (vs. …
An experimental approach to measuring consumer preferences for water charges
Regulators acting on behalf of the public need to understand the interests of the people they represent. This paper describes a collaboration with the OECD and Scotland's water industry to deploy randomised behavioural experiments to investigate preferences for water charges. In a study conducted online (n = 500) and face-to-face (n = 100), participants rated price trajectories for acceptability, where the temporal pattern, presentation, magnitud…
Using Behavioral Science to help fight the Coronavirus
This rapid, narrative review summarizes useful evidence from behavioral science for fighting the COVID-19 outbreak. We undertook an extensive, multi-disciplinary literature search covering five issues: handwashing, face touching, self-isolation, public-spirited behavior, and responses to crisis communication. The search identified more than 100 relevant papers. We find effective behavioral interventions to increase handwashing, but not to reduce …
The effect of spatial location of calorie information on choice, consumption and eye movements
The effect of spatial location of calorie information on choice, consumption and eye movements
Is the effect of menu energy labelling on consumer behaviour equitable? A pooled analysis of twelve randomized control experiments
Menu energy labelling has been implemented as a public health policy to promote healthier dietary choices and reduce obesity. However, it is unclear whether the influence energy labelling has on consumer behaviour differs based on individuals’ demographics or characteristics and may therefore produce inequalities in diet. Data were analysed from 12 randomized control trials (N = 8508) evaluating the effect of food and drink energy labelling (vs. …
Behavioural evidence to inform the Covid-19 pandemic response
Humankind's main defence against the virus that cuases COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2), besides vaccine development, was co-ordinated behaviour change. In many countries, co-ordination was assisted by tracking surveys designed to measure self-reported behaviour and attitudes. This paper describes an alternative, complementary approach, which was undertaken in close collaboration with officials in the Department of the Taoiseach (Irish Prime Minister). We a…
How consumer and provider responses to nutritional labelling interact
An experimental approach to measuring consumer preferences for water charges
Regulators acting on behalf of the public need to understand the interests of the people they represent. This paper describes a collaboration with the OECD and Scotland's water industry to deploy randomised behavioural experiments to investigate preferences for water charges. In a study conducted online (n = 500) and face-to-face (n = 100), participants rated price trajectories for acceptability, where the temporal pattern, presentation, magnitud…
Using Behavioral Science to help fight the Coronavirus
This rapid, narrative review summarizes useful evidence from behavioral science for fighting the COVID-19 outbreak. We undertook an extensive, multi-disciplinary literature search covering five issues: handwashing, face touching, self-isolation, public-spirited behavior, and responses to crisis communication. The search identified more than 100 relevant papers. We find effective behavioral interventions to increase handwashing, but not to reduce …
The effect of spatial location of calorie information on choice, consumption and eye movements
An experimental approach to measuring consumer preferences for water charges
Regulators acting on behalf of the public need to understand the interests of the people they represent. This paper describes a collaboration with the OECD and Scotland's water industry to deploy randomised behavioural experiments to investigate preferences for water charges. In a study conducted online (n = 500) and face-to-face (n = 100), participants rated price trajectories for acceptability, where the temporal pattern, presentation, magnitud…
How consumer and provider responses to nutritional labelling interact
Is the effect of menu energy labelling on consumer behaviour equitable? A pooled analysis of twelve randomized control experiments
Menu energy labelling has been implemented as a public health policy to promote healthier dietary choices and reduce obesity. However, it is unclear whether the influence energy labelling has on consumer behaviour differs based on individuals’ demographics or characteristics and may therefore produce inequalities in diet. Data were analysed from 12 randomized control trials (N = 8508) evaluating the effect of food and drink energy labelling (vs. …
Behavioural evidence to inform the Covid-19 pandemic response
Humankind's main defence against the virus that cuases COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2), besides vaccine development, was co-ordinated behaviour change. In many countries, co-ordination was assisted by tracking surveys designed to measure self-reported behaviour and attitudes. This paper describes an alternative, complementary approach, which was undertaken in close collaboration with officials in the Department of the Taoiseach (Irish Prime Minister). We a…
Improving the management of hospital waiting lists by using nudges in letters
The redesigned letter increased patient compliance with the validation process. The redesign has subsequently been adopted by public hospitals in Ireland
Effects of inducements on sports gambling and decision-errors
Designing information materials to reduce blame and build trust in health screening
OBJECTIVES: This study explores strategies to reduce blame for false results and build trust in population-based cervical screening. False results cause patient frustration, blame, and distrust. To address these issues, we developed a decision aid comprising three components: (1) a journey map that visually explains the screening process, (2) a video featuring a medical scientist discussing uncertainty inherent in screening and her role in testin…
Childhood gambling experiences and adult problem gambling
Many countries are strengthening their regulation of the gambling industry. Measures to protect children from exposure to gambling are often an important component of regulation, as childhood exposure to gambling is thought to lead to problem gambling (PG) in adulthood. We report a pre-registered analysis of survey data from a nationally representative sample of adults in Ireland (N = 1,663). Almost two-in-three adults (64%) report having gambled…
Linking farmers’ views of bovine tuberculosis to biosecurity behaviours
Bovine tuberculosis (bTB) is an endemic disease. Eradication programmes generally involve state test-and-cull protocols, biosecurity standards and vaccination or culling of wildlife. This paper investigates how farmers' perceptions of bTB and eradication attempts influence their own behaviour. Qualitative research has highlighted specific perceptions that may influence behaviour. The present mixed-methods study began with a qualitative analysis, …
Psychology (8 obras) · Medicine (7 obras) · Business (3 obras) · Computer Science (3 obras) · Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling (3 obras) · Perception (3 obras) · Social Psychology (3 obras) · Advertising (2 obras) · Artificial Intelligence (2 obras) · COVID-19 and Mental Health (2 obras)