Publications
Adolescent Emotional Expression on Social Media: A Data Donation Study Across Three European Countries KU Leuven
This data donation study explores how adolescents express emotions on social media, and how this expression varies by platform (Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok) and posting modality (permanent and ephemeral content). Adolescents from Belgium (n = 115), France (n = 146), and Slovenia (n = 119) "donated" screenshots from their social media accounts, including their bios, most recent posts, and most recent stories. These screenshots were coded for ...
A Linkage Study Investigating Sexualized Self-presentation on Mobile Dating Apps and User Traits KU Leuven
Mobile Dating Applications (MDAs) are integral to young adults' lives, serving as a platform for romantic and sexual self-presentation during the search for potential partners. Despite its potential link to adverse outcomes including body shame, the prevalence of sexualized self-presentation remains understudied. This pre-registered linkage study addresses this gap by documenting sexualized self-presentation while considering individual ...
Parenting dimensions and views on adolescent decision making in health care: A cross-national study of Belgian and Dutch parents KU Leuven
BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to investigate the link between parenting and parents' perspectives on health-related decision making for adolescents. During adolescence, there is a gradual increase in responsibility and autonomy, which influences parenting behavior and child development. Understanding how parenting is associated with parents' views on medical decision making is crucial in the context of the parent-child-physician triad. ...