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I received my PhD in Health Psychology from Western University in 2012 and MA from Brock University in 2008. My Masters and PhD research focused on using quantitative research methodologies to explore how to best promote physical activity using theoretical models of health psychology.
Gaston, A., De Jesus, S., Markland, D., & Prapavessis, H. (2016). I sit because I have fun when I do so! Using self-determination theory to understand sedentary behavior motivation among university students and staff, Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine, 4(1), 138-154 . DOI: 10.1080/21642850.2016.1170605
Gaston, A., Moore, S., & Butler, L. (2016). Sitting on a stability ball improves attention span and reduces anxious/depressive symptomatology among grade 2 students: A prospective case-control field experiment. International Journal of Educational Research, 77, 136–142. DOI: 10.1016/j.ijer.2016.03.009
Gaston, A., & Prapavessis, H. (2012). Using a combined Protection Motivation Theory and Health Action Process Approach Intervention to promote exercise during pregnancy. Journal of Behavioral Medicine, 37, 173-184. DOI: 10.1007/s10865-012-9477-2
Gaston, A., & Prapavessis, H. (2013). Tired, moody, and pregnant? Exercise may be the answer. Psychology & Health, 28, 1353-1369. DOI: 10.1080/08870446.2013.809084
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