Digital Vulnerability and Self-Trackers: User Insights for Better Social Marketing

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 11:20 AM–11:40 AM CEST 
Room C1 (First Floor)
Proposed Conference Track

9. Critical social marketing

Submission Format

20 Minute Oral Presentation

Programme Listing

This session explores digital vulnerability and the factors that contribute to harmful outcomes from wearable self-trackers (WSTs). Attendees will gain insights into common unintended negative impacts of WSTs and examine how users' identity perceptions and goals may drive these effects. They will also learn about key considerations and practical strategies to promote the responsible use and deployment of WSTs in social marketing initiatives, helping to safeguard vulnerable users against harms.

Primary Contact

Sahar Bakr, Nottingham Trent University

Presenters

Sahar Bakr, Nottingham Trent University

Authors

Sahar Bakr, Nottingham Trent University
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