Expanding on the multidisciplinary stakeholder framework to minimize harms for problematic risk-taking involving...

Area of Science:

• Digital Health
• Cyberpsychology
• Risk Management

Background:

• Emerging technologies introduce novel problematic behaviors and online risks.
• Understanding user motivations is crucial for effective harm reduction strategies.
• Existing frameworks may not adequately address the complexities of modern digital risks.

Purpose of the Study:

• To propose an expanded multidisciplinary stakeholder framework for minimizing harm from problematic risk-taking with emerging technologies.
• To enhance the roles of individual and family stakeholders in addressing these issues.
• To advocate for participatory research and knowledge translation to improve policy and practice.

Main Methods:

• Conceptual analysis and framework development.
• Review of existing stakeholder models.
• Proposal for expanded roles within a multidisciplinary framework.

Main Results:

• An expanded stakeholder framework is proposed, including broader family and community roles.
• Emphasis on empowering technology users through participatory action research.
• Discussion on the benefits of industry self-regulation and data-sharing.

Conclusions:

• A comprehensive, global, and collaborative stakeholder approach is essential.
• Protecting vulnerable populations requires coordinated efforts from consumers, families, researchers, industry, and governments.
• Addressing risks associated with rapidly advancing technologies necessitates adaptive and inclusive strategies.