Editorial: Complexity-based approaches in health communication

Parrish-Sprowl, John; Ziberi, Linda; Parrish-Sprowl, Susan

doi:10.3389/fcomm.2023.1115983

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“…When utilizing a CCA, communication complex (CC) provides an impactful framework for understanding and improving communication practices. CC has two fundamental principles: (1) everything is systemic and (2) communication is bioactive (Parrish‐Sprowl, 2012, 2014). Understanding everything is systemic is a way to address One Health's call to shift from a linear approach.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Focusing on the bioactive nature of communication can allow for improved trust, relationship building, connection, empowerment, and so on between team and community members. Without spending too much time on the bioactive nature of communication, we at least mention that research demonstrates that we are able to change each other's biology through our interpersonal interactions (e.g., Ayling et al, 2018; Hasson et al, 2012; Ivey & Daniels, 2016; Parrish‐Sprowl, 2017; Rakel et al, 2011; Ramachandran, 2011). With this in mind, team members would impact the community members while simultaneously being impacted by the community members.…”

Section: Communication Complexmentioning

confidence: 99%

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BSL‐4 laboratories, combatting conspiracies, and using a culture‐centered approach to improve risk and crisis communication in a One Health framework

Rascon,

Johnson,

Myers

2023

World Med & Health Policy

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The COVID‐19 pandemic continues to pose a global zoonotic disease threat, highlighting the importance of developing strategies to combat new viruses and variants stemming from climate change and animal populations. A multidisciplinary approach is needed to address dis/misinformation surrounding such research. Collaborations across disciplines aid in actual responses to public health emergency events as well, easing the transition to a new equilibrium and impacting planning for future events. Russian disinformation regarding the joint work of Americans and Ukrainians as part of the Biological Threat Reduction Program is evidence of the need to educate the public about the real risks and benefits of zoonotic disease research. As seen in the recently released National Biodefense Strategy, political leaders in the United States are becoming more explicit about embracing a One Health framework for biodefense and public health emergency preparedness. This has significant benefits in terms of policy making by helping to dispel dis/misinformation, build trust in disease surveillance data, and give frontline workers such as those in the agricultural sector a voice in the conversation with which to share their expertise. A communication complex perspective applied through a culture‐centered approach to a One Health model aims to improve risk and crisis communication. This unique strategy will help government leaders as well as those in relevant sectors to speak to the unique questions and concerns of a particular population. Among other things, this helps to avoid an ineffective “cookie‐cutter” approach messaging. In this manuscript, we argue that coconstructing a cultural understanding of human, animal, and environmental health practices within a unique culture will lead to a specialized risk and crisis communication plan accepted by local communities.

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Section: Communication Complexmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Communication Complexmentioning

confidence: 99%

BSL‐4 laboratories, combatting conspiracies, and using a culture‐centered approach to improve risk and crisis communication in a One Health framework

Rascon,

Johnson,

Myers

2023

World Med & Health Policy

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“…In considering the significance of social interactions on health and wellness, we also recommend future research take a Communication Complex perspective (Parrish-Sprowl, 2014) to understand WFD usage. When looking back at the process of the current study, the researchers identify that the co-construction process impacted both the participants as well as the researchers.…”

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Wearable Fitness Devices: An Investigation into Co-constructed Meaning of Use

Blaszka

Rascon

2021

Communication & Sport

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This article investigates practical uses of Wear Fitness Devices (WFDs) and extends literature to include a co-constructed process. Previous research has looked at various aspects of the devices. Yet, this article explores WFD at the crossroads of communication and sport. Researchers conducted 43 in-depth interviews about their WFD usage patterns. The researchers utilize the Coordinated Management of Meaning to understand the themes that emerged. Researchers also discuss the co-construction of understanding that occurred during interviews that revealed the concept of mindless usage. Researchers also demonstrate the relevance of Uses and Gratifications in uncovering five key themes: “features and benefits,” “health and fitness,” “motivation,” “communication,” and “life changes.” The interview process reveals a shift in understanding the meaning of WFD use and reveals themes that demonstrate practical usage. Suggestions for future research on WFD are also provided.

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“…Although there exists considerable research on political toleration and general toleration (Gibson & Duch, 1991;Köker, 1996;Gibson, 2001;Bessone, 2013;Galeotti, 2014;Forst, 2018), as well as communication and culture (Pearce, 1989(Pearce, , 2004(Pearce, , 2007Craig, 1999;Barge, 2004;Parrish-Sprowl, 2011;Barkey & Gavrillis, 2016, Forst, 2018, a notable gap persists in the application of communication theories that seamlessly integrate these two domains. This paper aims to address this gap by establishing a clear connection between political tolerance and its interaction with communication and culture.…”

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confidence: 99%

Western Balkans: It’s Complicated An Inter-ethnic Communication Interdisciplinary Examination

Limani,

Majlichi,

Aslan

et al. 2024

JICC

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The western Balkans are persistently grappling with its unfavorable inter-ethnic reputation. Although political toleration has been consistently proposed as a solution for inter-ethnic tensions, this paper argues for the adoption of the Coordinated Management of Meaning (CMM) framework, offering a fresh perspective to an old problem. Rooted in the 'communication perspective', CMM provides a crucial platform for stakeholders to interact meaningfully. This study aims to present compelling reasons for embracing dialogical methods in interethnic disagreements. The CMM model focuses on empowering participants with knowledge to collectively shape their social realities. To illustrate, we introduce a visual communication model seamlessly integrating political toleration and CMM concepts. This model establishes a dialogical platform, ensuring equal participation from public and civil society stakeholders, and fostering a harmonious social world. In conclusion, CMM offers an alternative communication perspective crucial for those involved in interethnic dialogue. By adopting this approach, individuals and groups can overcome challenges, opening new avenues for understanding and collaboration in the pursuit of peaceful co-existence.

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Editorial: Complexity-based approaches in health communication

Cited by 4 publications

References 8 publications

BSL‐4 laboratories, combatting conspiracies, and using a culture‐centered approach to improve risk and crisis communication in a One Health framework

BSL‐4 laboratories, combatting conspiracies, and using a culture‐centered approach to improve risk and crisis communication in a One Health framework

Wearable Fitness Devices: An Investigation into Co-constructed Meaning of Use

Western Balkans: It’s Complicated An Inter-ethnic Communication Interdisciplinary Examination

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