21–28 Jun 2026
Yerevan & Jermuk
Asia/Yerevan timezone

Radiation Technologies And Behavior Management

Not scheduled
20m
Yerevan & Jermuk

Yerevan & Jermuk

IAPP NAS RA - Yerevan, Armenia

Speaker

Dr Zara MKrtchyan (1. Institute of Applied Problems of Physics, National Academy of Sciences (NAS), Armenia; 2. International Scientific Educational Center (ISEC), NAS, Armenia)

Description

The aim of this research is to study the importance of the interconnection between Radiation Technologies and Behavior Management, that intersects particularly within specialized settings, focusing on optimizing safety, ensuring staff compliance with radiation protection standards, and improving outcomes. Key approaches include the application of behavioral models to inhance radiation protection compliance, the integration of technology-driven simulation for training purposes, and the use of interventions to manage anxiety and movement.
The study revealed that the intersection of technology and behavior is based on cooperation and anxiety reduction to ensure precision. The investigation revealed the key crosspoints and techniques which are Behavioral Safety Models (ALARA), Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), Behavior Management in Radiation Therapy, Incident Learning Systems, Advanced Imaging and Communication, Social Cognitive Theory.
The safety, security and proportionality of theoretical models such as the Belief Model (BM), the Social Cognitive Theory (SCT), the Haddon Matrix (human, material and environment) are under analysis. Tools for Radialogy Behavioral Management are identified, studied and presented as followings: Psychometric Screening Tools; Communication Frameworks; SPIKES; NURSE for naming, understanding, respecting, supporting, exploring; ADAPT for discussing prognosis and expectations; Digital Intervention Technology (BIT) Models, Play-based Appointments. The Technology-Driven Behavioral Tools such as Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), and Biofeedback and AR are aslo study targets.
As radiation requires high precision and is needed to stay perfectly still without physical distress, and to manage the behavior of involuntary movements and psychologica the specially developed guidlines should be in use. Virtual and Augmented reality (VR/AR) environments are used to practice the sounds and sights of the equipments before the actual session, significantly reducing the need for sedation. Key drivers for Behavior Change-Managment include training and education, safety culture and leadership, client education.

Author

Dr Zara MKrtchyan (1. Institute of Applied Problems of Physics, National Academy of Sciences (NAS), Armenia; 2. International Scientific Educational Center (ISEC), NAS, Armenia)

Co-authors

Ms Tatev Musayelyan (Institute of Applied Problems of Physics, NAS RA) Shushan Panyan Ms Arus Mkrtchyan (Institute of Applied Problems of Physics, NAS RA)

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