About Me
Dr. Christina Bode is health psychologist and works as associate professor and director of the Self-management & Health Assessment Lab at the department of Psychology, Health and Technology at the University of Twente. Her research and teaching is dedicated to the question under which conditions people with chronic illnesses can live a vital and meaningful life and how this aim can be empowered and facilitated with technological innovative measuring and monitoring of patient-reported outcomes and by self-management interventions. She focusses in her research on vitality and fatigue and applies explicit reflective and implicit behavioural change techniques in self-management.
Dr. Bode teaches and coordinates (health) psychology education in the Bachelor and Master tracks at the University of Twente and supervises professional and academic post graduate candidates during their research projects. Management responsibilities in the department and in national associations belong to her professional activities.
Expertise
Fatigue
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis
Interviews
Rheumatic Diseases
Fatigue
Health
Vision Disorders
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Organisations
Research
Current research projects:
Improving self-management in GP’ practices with a strengths based stepped care approach
Development of an intervention for fatigue in adults with visual impairment
Early cognitive bias modification of vitality in patients with breast cancer
Socio-economic impact of motivational interviewing on adherence to orthopaedic shoes
Personalized Virtual Coach for Obese Emotional Eaters
Positive psychology and self-management
Publications
Recent
Beenhakker, L.
, Wijlens, K. A. E.
, Witteveen, A., Siemerink, E. J. M.
, Bode, C.
, Siesling, S.
, & Vollenbroek-Hutten, M. M. R. (2021).
eHealth interventies tegen kanker-gerelateerde vermoeidheid en aspecten voor het personaliseren van de behandeling. 11. Abstract from ZGT Wetenschapsdag, Almelo, Netherlands.
Beenhakker, L.
, Wijlens, K. A. E.
, Witteveen, A., Siemerink, E. J. M.
, Bode, C.
, Siesling, S.
, & Vollenbroek-Hutten, M. M. R. (2021).
Risico op kanker-gerelateerde vermoeidheid na borstkanker. 16. Abstract from ZGT Wetenschapsdag, Almelo, Netherlands.
Wijlens, K. A. E.
, Beenhakker, L.
, Witteveen, A., Siemerink, E. J. M.
, Siesling, S.
, Bode, C.
, & Vollenbroek-Hutten, M. M. R. (2021).
Toolkit met holistische patiëntenprofielen van borstkankerpatiënten met kanker-gerelateerde vermoeidheid. 15. Abstract from ZGT Wetenschapsdag, Almelo, Netherlands.
Jongebloed-Westra, M.
, Bode, C., van Netten, J. J.
, ten Klooster, P. M., Exterkate, S. H.
, Koffijberg, H.
, & van Gemert-Pijnen, J. E. W. C. (2021).
Using motivational interviewing combined with digital shoe-fitting to improve adherence to wearing orthopedic shoes in people with diabetes at risk of foot ulceration: study protocol for a cluster-randomized controlled trial.
Trials,
22(1), [750].
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-021-05680-0
Dol, A.
, Bode, C., Velthuijsen, H., van Strien, T.
, & van Gemert-Pijnen, L. (2021).
Application of three different coaching strategies through a virtual coach for people with emotional eating: a vignette study.
Journal of Eating Disorders,
9(1), [13].
https://doi.org/10.1186/s40337-020-00367-4
Heltne, A.
, Bode, C., Hummelen, B., Falkum, E., Selvik, S. G.
, & Paap, M. C. S. (2021).
Norwegian Clinicians’ Experiences of Learnability and Usability of SCID-II, SCID-5-PD and SCID-5-AMPD-I Interviews: A Sequential Multi-Group Qualitative Approach.
Journal of personality assessment.
https://doi.org/10.1080/00223891.2021.1975726
Wolbers, R. G. M.
, Bode, C., Siemerink, E. J. M.
, Siesling, S.
, & Pieterse, M. E. (2021).
Cognitive Bias Modification Training to Improve Implicit Vitality in Patients With Breast Cancer: App Design Using a Cocreation Approach.
JMIR Formative Research,
5(3), [e18325].
https://doi.org/10.2196/18325
Bode, C.
, van de Laar, M.
, & Taal, E. (2020).
Reumatoïde artritis en andere reumatische aandoeningen. In G. Pool, F. Heuvel, A. V. Ranchor, & R. Sanderman (Eds.),
Handboek psychologische interventies bij somatische aandoeningen (2e herz. dr. ed., pp. 365-374). Van Gorcum.
Schakel, W.
, Bode, C., Van De Ven, P. M., Van Der Aa, H. P. A., Hulshof, C. T. J., Van Rens, G. H. M. B., & Van Nispen, R. M. A. (2019).
Understanding fatigue in adults with visual impairment: A path analysis study of sociodemographic, psychological and healthrelated factors.
PLoS ONE,
14(10), [e0224340].
https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0224340
Schakel, W.
, Bode, C., Elsman, E. B. M., van der Aa, H. P. A., de Vries, R., van Rens, G. H. M. B., & van Nispen, R. M. A. (2019).
The association between visual impairment and fatigue: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies.
Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics,
39(6), 399-413.
https://doi.org/10.1111/opo.12647
Other Contributions
Publications
- Arends, R.Y., Bode, C., Taal, E., van de Laar, M.A.F.J. (in press). Goal management strategies and successful adaptation to arthritis. Patient Education and Counseling.
- Bode, C. & Arends, R.Y. (to appear november 2013). Optimale ontwikkeling, persoonlijke doelen en zelfregulatie. In: E. Bohlmeijer, L. Bolier, G.J. Westerhof & J. Walburg. Handboek positieve psychologie. Theorie, onderzoek en toepassingen. Amsterdam: Boom.
- Bode, C. & Jansen, H. (2013). Examining the Personal Experience of Aging Scale with the Three Step Test Interview. Methodology, 9(3), 96-103.
- Arends, R.Y., Bode, C., Taal, E., van de Laar, M.A.F.J. (2013). A goal management intervention for polyarthritis patients: Rationale and design of a randomized controlled trial. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders,14:239
- Nikolaus, S., Bode, C., Taal, E., & van de Laar, M.A.F.J. (2013). Fatigue and factors related to fatigue in rheumatoid arthritis: a systematic review. Arthritis Care and Research, 65(7), 1128-1146.
- Nikolaus, S., Bode, C., Taal, E., Oostveen , J. C.M., Glas C. A.W., & van de Laar, M.A.F.J. (2013). Calibration of a multidimensional item bank to measure fatigue in rheumatoid arthritis patients. Journal of Clinical Epidemiology,66, 1175-1183.
- Willems, L., Kwakkenbos, L., Bode, C., van den Hoogen, F. & van den Ende, C. (2013). Health care use and patients' perceptions on quality of care in systemic sclerosis. Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology,31, S64-S70.
- Bode, C. & Kwakkenbos, L. (2013). Volwassen zijn en ouder worden met een chronische ziekte. NVLE Venster, 33(2), 38-40.
- Bode, C., Taal, E., van Gessel, L., Westerhof, G.J., & van de Laar, M.A.F.J. (2012). The experience of aging in patients with rheumatic diseases: Differences and similarities with the general population. Aging and Mental Health, 16(5), 666-672.
- Nikolaus S., Bode C., Taal E., van de Laar M.A.F.J. (2012). Selection of items for a computer adaptive test to measure fatigue in patients with rheumatoid arthritis – A Delphi approach. Quality of Life Research,21;863-872.
- Nikolaus, S., Bode, C., Taal, E., van de Laar, M.A.F.J. (2012). Expert evaluations of fatigue questionnaires used in rheumatoid arthritis - A Delphi study among patients, nurses and rheumatologists in the Netherlands. Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology,30;79-84.
- Bode, C. (2011). Highlights of the Health Professional Scientific Programme on EULAR 2011. EULAR HP News,2,6. Voor de volledige presentatie volg deze link: Powerpoint Highlights Health
- Nikolaus, S., Bode, C., Taal, E., van de Laar, M.A.F.J. (2012). Which dimensions of fatigue should be measured in patients with rheumatoid arthritis? – a Delphi study. Musculoskeletal Care,10;13-17.
- Kupper, N.M., Schreurs, H., ten Klooster, P.M., Bode, C., van Ameijden, E. J.C. (2011). Prevention for elderly people: Demand-oriented or problem-oriented? Health Policy,102,96-103.
- Nikolaus S, Bode C, Taal E, van de Laar MAFJ (2011). Selection of items for a computer adaptive test to measure fatigue in patients with rheumatoid arthritis – A Delphi approach. Quality of Life Research, DOI 10.1007/s11136-011-9982-8.
- Bode, C., van der Heij, A., Taal, E. & van de Laar, M.A.F.J. (2010). Body-self unity and self-esteem in patients with rheumatic diseases. Psychology, Health & Medicine, 15(6), 672-684.
- Nikolaus S, Bode C, Taal E, van de Laar MAFJ (2010). Four different patterns of fatigue in rheumatoid arthritis patients: results of a Q-sort study. Rheumatology, 49(11), 2191-2199.
- Grootenhuis, M. & Bode, C. (2010). De Levensloop. In: A.A. Kaptein, J.B. Prins, E.H. Collette & R.L. Hulsman: Medische Psychologie (2de herziene druk), p.49-60. Houten: Bohn Stafleu van Loghum.
- Bode, C. & Consoli, L. (red). (2010). Oud en jong - Verschillende generaties in Nederland. Nijmegen: Valkhof Pers. http://www.valkhofpers.nl/oud-en-jong
- Nikolaus S, Bode C, Taal E, van de Laar MAFJ. New insights into the experience of fatigue among patients with rheumatoid arthritis: a qualitative study. Ann Rheum Dis 2010;69(5):895-897.
- Bode, C., Taal, E., Emons, P.A.A., Galetzka, M., Rasker, J.J., & Van de Laar, M.A.F.J. (2008). Limited results of group self-management eductation for rheumatoid arthritis patients and their partners: explanations from the patient perspective. Clinical Rheumatology, 27, 1523-1528.
- Bode, C., Thoolen, B.J., & De Ridder D.T.D. (2008). Het meten van proactieve copingvaardigheden. Psychometrische eigenschappen van de Utrechtse Proactieve Coping Competentie lijst (UPCC). Psychologie & Gezondheid, 36, 81-91.
- Bergsma, A., Bode, C., Pouwels, M. & De Ridder D.T.D. (2008). Succesvol ouder worden. Amsterdam: Boom Uitgevers.
- De Jong, E., Bode, C., & Brugmans, E. (2008). Voedsel en globalisering. De grenzen in zicht. Nijmegen: Valkhof Pers.
- Bode, C., de Ridder, D.T.D., Kuijer, R.G, & Bensing, J.M. (2007). Effects of an intervention promoting proactive coping competencies in middle and late adulthood. The Gerontologist,47(1), 42-51.
- Bode, C. & de Ridder, D.T.D. (2007). Investing in the future – identifying participants in an educational program for middle-aged and older adults. Health Education Research,22(4), 473-482.
- Bode, C., Drossaert, C.H.C., & Dijkstra, E. (2007). Een verkennende studie naar de eigen beleving van het ouder worden onder Turkse en Hindostaans-Surinaamse ouderen in Den Haag. Epidemiologisch Bulletin, 42(2), 26-32.
- Bode, C., de Ridder, D.T.D., Bensing, J.M. (2006). Preparing for aging: Development, feasibility and preliminary results of an educational program for midlife and older base don proactive coping theory. Patient Education and Counseling, 61, 272-278.
- Motel-Klingebiel, A., Künemund, H., & Bode, C. (2005). Wohnen und Wohnumfeld älterer Menschen. In M. Kohli & H. Künemund (Eds.), Die zweite Lebenshälfte: Gesellschaftliche Lage und Partizipation im Spiegel des Alters-Survey 2., erw. Auflage (pp. 125-175). Wiebaden: VS Verlag für Sozialwissenschaften.
- Westerhof, G. J., & Bode, C. (2004). The personal meaning of individuality and relatedness: Gender differences in middle and late adulthood. In S. O. Daatland & S. Biggs. (Eds.) Ageing and Diversity. Multiple pathways in later life. (pp. 29 - 44). Bristol: Policy Press.
- Timmer, E., Bode, C., & Dittmann-Kohli, F. (2003). Expectations of gains in the second half of life. A Study of personal conceptions of enrichment in a life span perspective. Aging and Society, 23, 3-24.
- Bode, C. (2003). Individuality and relatedness in middle and late adulthood. A study of women and men in the Netherlands, East- and West-Germany.Enschede: PPI.
- Westerhof, G. J., Dittmann-Kohli, F., & Bode, C. (2003). The Aging Paradox: Toward personal meaning in gerontological theory. In S. Biggs, A. Lowenstein & J. Hendricks (Eds.), The need for theory: Critical approaches to social gerontology. (pp. 127 - 143). Amityville, NY: Baywood.
- Steverink, N., Westerhof, G.J., Bode, C., & Dittmann-Kohli, F. (2001). The personal experience of aging, individual resources, and subjective well-being. Journals of Gerontology: Psychological Sciences, 56, P364 - P373.
- Bode, C., Westerhof, G.J. & Dittmann-Kohli, F. (2001). Selbstvorstellungen über Individualität und Verbundenheit in der zweiten Lebenshälfte. Zeitschrift für Gerontologie und Geriatrie, 34, 365-375.
- Dittmann-Kohli, F., Bode, C., & Westerhof, G.J. (Eds.). (2001). Die zweite Lebenshälfte - Psychologische Perspektiven. Ergebnisse des Alters-Survey. Stuttgart: Kohlhammer.
UT Research Information System
Education
Bachelor education
- Module coordinator 2nd year module 'Health Psychology & Applied Technology'
- Supervision 2nd year research projects
- Supervision of bachelor theses
Master education
- Professional skills for health psychologists
- Behavioral Medicine
- Public Health Psychology
- Advanced Research Methods
- Supervision of master theses
Affiliated Study Programmes
Bachelor
Master
Courses
Projects
Current research projects:
Improving self-management in GP’ practices with a strengths based stepped care approach
Development of an intervention for fatigue in adults with visual impairment
Early cognitive bias modification of vitality in patients with breast cancer
Socio-economic impact of motivational interviewing on adherence to orthopaedic shoes
Personalized Virtual Coach for Obese Emotional Eaters
Positive psychology and self-management
Contact Details
Visiting Address
University of Twente
Faculty of Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences
Cubicus
(building no. 41), room B118
De Zul 10
7522NJ Enschede
The Netherlands
Mailing Address
University of Twente
Faculty of Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences
Cubicus
B118
P.O. Box 217
7500 AE Enschede
The Netherlands