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National Ranking
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Overview

Netta Weinstein is affiliated with the University of Reading in the United Kingdom. Their research spans multiple fields within psychology and social sciences, focusing primarily on behavioral health, motivation, social dynamics, and well-being.

The main fields of study for Weinstein include:

  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences

Their subfields of study further specify areas of expertise as:

  • Social Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Sociology and Political Science
  • Applied Psychology
  • Experimental and Cognitive Psychology

Key research topics covered by Weinstein include:

  • Behavioral Health and Interventions
  • Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports
  • COVID-19 and Mental Health
  • Social and Intergroup Psychology
  • Communication in Education and Healthcare
  • Psychological Well-being and Life Satisfaction
  • Attachment and Relationship Dynamics

Recent notable papers authored or co-authored by Weinstein include:

  • "A classification of motivation and behavior change techniques used in self-determination theory-based interventions in health contexts." (2020), published in Motivation Science
  • "Use caution when applying behavioural science to policy" (2020), published in Nature Human Behaviour
  • "How to foster perceived partner responsiveness: High-quality listening is key" (2021), published in Social and Personality Psychology Compass
  • "Effects of mental health stigma on loneliness, social isolation, and relationships in young people with depression symptoms" (2023), published in BMC Psychiatry
  • "Does Taking a Short Break from Social Media Have a Positive Effect on Well-being? Evidence from Three Preregistered Field Experiments" (2021), published in Journal of Technology in Behavioral Science

Weinstein collaborates frequently with several scholars, including:

  • Nicole Legate
  • Thuy-vy Thi Nguyen
  • Arlen C. Moller
  • Guy Itzchakov
  • Lisa Legault

Their publications appear repeatedly in several venues, highlighting their engagement with diverse academic communities:

  • Psychology Archives
  • Technology Mind and Behavior
  • Journal of Experimental Social Psychology
  • Arabixiv (OSF Preprints)
  • SSRN Electronic Journal

In addition to journal articles, Weinstein has contributed to book publications, including:

  • "Understanding perceptions of the Research Excellence Framework among UK researchers: The Real-Time REF Review" (2021), published by RAND Corporation eBooks
  • "Solitude" (2024), published by Cambridge University Press

Best Publications

  • When helping helps: autonomous motivation for prosocial behavior and its influence on well-being for the helper and recipient.

    Netta Weinstein;Richard M. Ryan

  • A multi-method examination of the effects of mindfulness on stress attribution, coping, and emotional well-being

    Netta Weinstein;Kirk W. Brown;Richard Michael Ryan

  • Can you connect with me now? How the presence of mobile communication technology influences face-to-face conversation quality:

    Andrew K. Przybylski;Netta Weinstein

  • Vitalizing effects of being outdoors and in nature

    Richard M. Ryan;Netta Weinstein;Jessey Bernstein;Kirk Warren Brown

  • A Large-Scale Test of the Goldilocks Hypothesis: Quantifying the Relations Between Digital-Screen Use and the Mental Well-Being of Adolescents

    Andrew K. Przybylski;Netta Weinstein

  • Can Nature Make Us More Caring? Effects of Immersion in Nature on Intrinsic Aspirations and Generosity:

    Netta Weinstein;Andrew K. Przybylski;Richard Michael Ryan

  • Is Coming out Always a “Good Thing”? Exploring the Relations of Autonomy Support, Outness, and Wellness for Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Individuals

    Nicole Legate;Richard M. Ryan;Netta Weinstein

  • A Classification of Motivation and Behavior Change Techniques Used in Self-Determination Theory-Based Interventions in Health Contexts

    Pedro J. Teixeira;Marta M. Marques;Marlene N. Silva;Jennifer Brunet

  • A self‐determination theory approach to understanding stress incursion and responses

    Netta Weinstein;Richard M. Ryan

  • Trait mindfulness modulates neuroendocrine and affective responses to social evaluative threat

    Kirk Warren Brown;Netta Weinstein;J. David Creswell

  • Internet Gaming Disorder: Investigating the Clinical Relevance of a New Phenomenon

    Andrew K. Przybylski;Netta Weinstein;Kou Murayama

  • The index of autonomous functioning: Development of a scale of human autonomy

    Netta Weinstein;Andrew K. Przybylski;Richard M. Ryan

  • The Ideal Self at Play The Appeal of Video Games That Let You Be All You Can Be

    Andrew K. Przybylski;Netta Weinstein;Kou Murayama;Martin F. Lynch

  • Undermining quality teaching and learning: A self-determination theory perspective on high-stakes testing

    Richard Michael Ryan;Netta Weinstein

  • Having to versus Wanting to Play: Background and Consequences of Harmonious versus Obsessive Engagement in Video Games

    Andrew K. Przybylski;Netta Weinstein;Richard Michael Ryan;C. Scott Rigby

  • Digital Screen Time Limits and Young Children's Psychological Well-Being: Evidence From a Population-Based Study.

    Andrew K. Przybylski;Netta Weinstein

  • Use caution when applying behavioural science to policy.

    Hans IJzerman;Neil A. Lewis;Andrew K. Przybylski;Netta Weinstein

  • Violent video game engagement is not associated with adolescents' aggressive behaviour: evidence from a registered report

    Andrew K. Przybylski;Netta Weinstein

  • Coming Out as Lesbian, Gay, or Bisexual: The Lasting Impact of Initial Disclosure Experiences

    William S. Ryan;Nicole Legate;Netta Weinstein

  • Motivational determinants of integrating positive and negative past identities.

    Netta Weinstein;Edward L. Deci;Richard M. Ryan

Frequent Co-Authors

Richard M. Ryan
Richard M. Ryan Australian Catholic University
Kou Murayama
Kou Murayama University of Reading
Silke Paulmann
Silke Paulmann University of Essex
Maarten Vansteenkiste
Maarten Vansteenkiste Ghent University
Edward L. Deci
Edward L. Deci University of Rochester
Kirk Warren Brown
Kirk Warren Brown Carnegie Mellon University
Gregory R. Maio
Gregory R. Maio University of Bath
Tim Kasser
Tim Kasser Knox College
Mathew P. White
Mathew P. White University of Vienna
Susan Michie
Susan Michie University College London

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