Society of Behavioral Medicine

34th Annual Meeting and Scientific Sessions
March 20-23, 2013
Hilton Union Square, San Francisco, CA

Early Bird Registration Deadline - Wednesday February 20
Discounted Hotel Rate Deadline - Tuesday February 26

SBM 2013: Exploring Core Issues and New Directions

Core Issues

SBM conferences always feature presentations on the core issues that have largely driven the need for behavioral medicine - the treatment and prevention of chronic disease, pain management and translation of research to practice.

Addressing these issues again in 2013, program content incorporates  original research, professional development, research design and evidence review as well as discussions centered on dissemination and translation of evidence-based behavioral medicine interventions and approaches.

To select from the extensive range of conference offerings at the 34th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions, consult the Preliminary Program. Or download for free the SBM 2013 meeting app by searching for “SBM Annual 2013” at your mobile app store or by accessing the web version at “m.core-apps.com/sbm_annual2013".

New Directions

Each year, the conference also embraces new directions, recognizing the evolutionary nature of the field - and fostering it. This year is no exception. SBM President Alan J. Christensen, PhD, has chosen a timely and stimulating theme: "Technology: The Excitement and the Evidence," which has stretched conference participation beyond the usual circles of professional affiliations to include representatives of the technological and entrepreneurial communities. SBM 2013 promises to create new partnerships, trigger innovative research, showcase current trends and advance behavioral strategies that prevent and treat illness.

Theme-related plenary sessions are highlighted below but use the meeting app or Final Program to find the many tech sessions that span the entire conference. Or consider attending the Behavioral Informatics Special Interest Group's "Ignite" style sessions on Thursday and Friday mornings, where invited presenters of tech-themed sessions will be highlighting their talks.

"Three Lessons from Coaching Thousands of Tiny Habits" - BJ Fogg, PhD
Opening Keynote: Thursday March 21
In his talk, Dr. Fogg will describe how he has employed email coaching to teach a new method of habit formation that does not rely on willpower. He will explain how making behavior change easy and pairing it with an existing routine results in long-term behavior change. 

"Improving the Design and Implementation of Behavioral Intervention Technologies for Depression" - David C. Mohr, PhD
Master Lecture: Thursday March 21
While eHealth interventions hold great promise for extending psychological care, adherence remains a challenge. Dr. Mohr will discuss a model of human support for such interventions, called "supportive accountability" as well as its application in web-based interventions.

"Evolution and Revolution in Behavioral Medicine" - Alan J. Christensen, PhD
Presidential Keynote Address: Thursday March 21
In his review of the importance of multi-level examinations of health and behavior, Dr. Christensen will touch upon distinctions and overlaps between cultures of technological excitement and scientific evidence. He will discuss ways to build cultural bridges, including celebrating collective successes.

"Using Technology for Prevention in Defined Populations: Body Image, Obesity, Eating Disorders" - C. Barr Taylor, MD
Master Lecture: Saturday March 23
A pioneer in the development of computer-assisted and on-line evidence-based therapies,
Dr. Taylor will describe how a series of studies were used to develop a technology- and evidence-based weight regulation intervention targeting students. While the focus of the talk is on eating disorders and weight management, the methods discussed are applicable to many behavioral medicine issues.

"Health Behavior Research and Practice via Social Media and Social Networks" - James H. Fowler, PhD; Nathan K. Cobb, MD; Sheana S. Bull, PhD, MPH; and Joseph R. Smarr, MS
Closing Keynote Panel: Saturday March 23
Social networks engage millions of bloggers, tweeters, writers and readers - each and every day - and many conversations focus on health behaviors. This discussion will focus on what we learn from these conversations and how networks can be employed to advance health behavior research and practice.

Explore the Science and Catch Up with Colleagues in the Poster & Exhibit Hall

Each of the four poster sessions scheduled for SBM 2013 will be packed with nearly 300 posters - reflecting a record-breaking number of abstract submissions as well as the wide range of the meeting's content areas. Posters give attendees an unique chance to see the breadth and depth of behavioral medicine science and actively engage with researchers whose work is shaping the field. A welcoming place, the Poster Hall is always abuzz with lively conversation between attendees and researchers as well as among new and old friends. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and a cash bar.

Stop by exhibitors' tables, where knowledgeable representatives will share information about their company, organization or - new this year - their health behavior change tech products. This year's exhibitors are: BeHealth Solutions, LLC; Klein Buendel, Inc.; National Cancer Institute-Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences; Public Health Law Research; Springer Science and Business Media; BitGym; Gigabody; Ashametrics: Mobile Health Solutions; Ginger.io; PACO (The Personal Analytics COmpanion); Small Steps Labs LLC; ISIS Ventures Inc.; Reify Health; Kairos Labs; and Open mHealth.

Join SBM TechTalk: Live at Google+ Hangout
Friday February 15 - 4:00-5:00 p.m. EST

Sign up on the SBM TechTalk website to join the Google+ Hangout conversation - "TechTalk." SBM members and Quantified Self community members (QS'ers) will share ideas and explore potential avenues for collaboration. Quantified Self is a network of users and tool makers who share an interest in self knowledge through self-tracking. QS'er Gary Wolf, who moderates the QS blog, will be on hand to talk about QS trends. The talk will also feature Eric Hekler, PhD, a behavioral scientist and SBM member with expertise in using technology for behavior change.

Conversation spaces are limited so if you're not able to secure one, simply watch the live conversation on the SBM TechTalk page. You will also be able to ask questions while watching via Twitter using our hashtag, #SBMTechTalk.

Promote Your Poster (but not your cat!) on SBM's YouTube Channel

Now's your chance to direct a one- to two-minute video featuring your accepted poster. Simply follow the rules and instructions on the Video Contest web page, submit by Monday March 4 and SBM will post your video on the SBM YouTube Channel, where viewers can vote for their favorite. SBM promotes the contest via its Facebook, Twitter and website pages but contestants are urged to promote it as well! Last year, the SBM YouTube posters received more than 6,700 views.

Annual Meeting Mobile App Available

This year's free meeting app provides comprehensive, searchable conference information, including all conference sessions, abstracts and more. Users can create personal itineraries and the social media feature allows attendees to connect with one another.

Download the app through your mobile app store by searching “SBM Annual 2013” or by accessing the web version at “m.core-apps.com/sbm_annual2013”.

A printed Final Program and the Annals of Behavioral Medicine abstracts supplement will be provided onsite to all attendees.

 

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