Applied Behavioral Health and Psychology

Applied Behavioral Health and Psychology

Applied Behavioral Health and Psychology (ABHP) is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing the science and practice of behavioral health through rigorous applied research. Our primary aim is to bridge theoretical insights from psychology and behavioral science with real-world health challenges, fostering innovations that enhance individual and community well-being. We seek to publish high-impact studies that translate empirical findings into actionable strategies for clinicians, policymakers, and public health practitioners.

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Vol. 1 No. 1 (September 2025)

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Addressing Urban Health Disparities Through Digital Behavioral Interventions: A Mixed-Methods Analysis

Ana M. Gonzalez

1-12

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This study examines the role of digital health interventions in mitigating health behavior disparities associated with urbanization, focusing on socioeconomic and racial/ethnic differences. Using a mixed-methods design, we analyzed survey data (N=1,200) from three U.S. cities with varying urbanization levels and conducted 35 semi-structured interviews with healthcare providers, policymakers, and community stakeholders. Quantitative results revealed... more
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Bridging Rural Health Disparities Through Culturally- Responsive Telebehavioral Interventions: A Mixed-Methods Study in Healthcare Deserts

James M. Rodriguez

13-23

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This study investigates the effectiveness of culturally-adapted telebehavioral interventions in addressing mental health disparities in rural healthcare deserts. Using a mixed-methods design, we analyzed survey data from 850 participants across three rural U.S. states and conducted 42 in-depth interviews with patients, providers, and community stakeholders. Quantitative results revealed that broadband access (β=0.34, p<0.001) and cultural... more
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Social Media Use and Adolescent Mental Health: Evaluating a School-Based Digital Behavioral Intervention in Urban Settings

David R. Wilson

24-36

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This study explores the relationship between social media use and mental health outcomes among urban adolescents, while evaluating the efficacy of a school-based digital behavioral intervention ("Mindful Media") designed to promote healthy social media habits and emotional regulation. Using a mixed-methods approach, we analyzed survey data from 1,020 adolescents (ages 12–17) across five urban school... more
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Behavioral Health Interventions in the Digital Age: Addressing Disparities Through Integrative Approaches

Carlos Mendes

37-52

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This paper explores the integration of behavioral science, digital health technologies, and social determinants of health (SDOH) in advancing applied behavioral health and psychology. Drawing on theoretical frameworks like social cognitive theory and ecological models, it examines how digital interventions (e.g., telehealth, mobile apps) can address health disparities in mental health, substance use, and chronic... more
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Addressing Health Disparities Through Theoretically Informed Digital Behavioral Interventions: Integrating Social Cognitive Theory and Ecological Models in Underserved Populations

Olivia M. Henderson

53-66

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This study explores how digital behavioral interventions (DBIs), grounded in Social Cognitive Theory (SCT) and Ecological Models (EM), can reduce health disparities in underserved populations (rural, low-socioeconomic status, racial/ethnic minorities). A mixed-methods design was used: 520 adults with type 2 diabetes (rural Kentucky: n=310; low-income urban Los Angeles: n=210) participated in a 6-month trial of... more

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