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On 28 September, Bart Kamphorst (Philosophy) will defend his PhD-thesis Autonomy-Respectful E-Coaching Systems: Fending off Complacency in the ľ�ϸ���Ӱ�� Hall. 

Failing to act in line with one’s own standards–self-regulation failure–has been linked to problematic behaviors such as bedtime procrastination, educational underachievement, domestic violence, and substance abuse. Technological advancements in the collection and mining of personal data are leading to the development of adaptive, personalized systems that support individuals in their self-regulation through automated “e-coaching”.

Persuasive techniques

Given the way in which e-coaching systems operate–by means of persuasive techniques that may change over time and across contexts–there is a danger of users becoming complacent with regard to assessing their e-coach’s suggestions in relation to their own goals, plans, and values. This lack of effort erodes one’s practical standpoint, thereby undermining the extent to which complacent users determine their own course in life.

Goals, values ​​and plans

Therefore, users should remain vigilant and check whether a suggestion is appropriate for the intended purpose and whether the suggestion is consistent with his or her goals, values ​​and plans.