Professor W. Miles Cox
Emeritus Professor

- 2024
- Published
Self-regulation, adaptive motivation, and alcohol consumption: Understanding university students’ motivation for drinking
Bagheri, M. & Cox, W. M., Jun 2024, In: Journal of Substance Use. 29, 3, p. 389-392Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
- 2023
- E-pub ahead of print
Experimental induction of adaptive motivation: Proof of concept
Bagheri, M. & Cox, W. M., 30 Jun 2023, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Journal of Substance Use.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Cognitive training and remediation interventions for substance use disorders: a Delphi consensus study
Verdejo-Garcia, A., Rezapour, T., Giddens, E., Khojasteh Zonoozi, A., Rafei, P., Berry, J., Caracuel, A., Copersino, M. L., Field, M., Garland, E. L., Lorenzetti, V., Malloy-Diniz, L., Manning, V., Marceau, E. M., Pennington, D. L., Strickland, J. C., Wiers, R., Fairhead, R., Anderson, A., Bell, M., Boendermaker, W. J., Brooks, S., Bruno, R., Campanella, S., Cousijn, J., Cox, W. M., Dean, A. C., Ersche, K. D., Franken, I., Froeliger, B., Gamito, P., Gladwin, T. E., Goncalves, P. D., Houben, K., Jacobus, J., Jones, A., Kaag, A. M., Lindenmeyer, J., McGrath, E., Nardo, T., Oliveira, J., Pennington, C. R., Perrykkad, K., Piercy, H., Rupp, C. I., Schulte, M. H. J., Squeglia, L. M., Staiger, P., Stein, D. J., Stein, J., Stein, M., Stoops, W. W., Sweeney, M., Witkiewitz, K., Woods, S. P., Yi, R., Zhao, M. & Ekhtiari, H., May 2023, In: Addiction. 118, 5, p. 935-951 17 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Assessing current concerns and goals idiographically: A review of the Motivational Structure Questionnaire family of instruments.
Cox, W. M. & Klinger, E., Mar 2023, In: Journal of Clinical Psychology. 79, 3, p. 667-682Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Scary in the eye of the beholder: attentional bias and attentional retraining for social anxiety
Salehi Fadardi, J., Memarian, S., Parkinson, J., Cox, W. M. & Stacy, A. W., 1 Jan 2023, In: Journal of Psychiatric Research. 157, p. 141-151Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
- 2022
- Published
Why people drink; how people change: A guide to alcohol and people’s motivation for drinking it
Cox, W. M. & Klinger, E., 2022, Springer.Research output: Book/Report › Book › peer-review
- 2021
- Published
A Randomized Controlled Trial of Attentional Control Training for Treating Alcohol Use Disorder
Mellentin, A. I., Cox, W. M., Fadardi, J. S., Martinussen, L., Mistarz, N., Skøt, L., Rømer Thomsen, K., Mathiasen, K., Lichtenstein, M. & Nielsen, A. S., 26 Nov 2021, In: Frontiers in Psychiatry. 12, 748848.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Neurofeedback Training versus Treatment-as-Usual for Alcohol Dependence: Results of an Early-Phase Randomized Controlled Trial and Neuroimaging Correlates
Subramanian, L., Skottnik, L., Cox, W. M., Lührs, M., McNamara, R., Hood, K., Watson, G., Whittaker, J. R., Williams, A. N., Sakhuja, R., Ihssen, N., Goebel, R., Playle, R. & Linden, D. E. J., Aug 2021, In: European addiction research. 27, 5, p. 381–394 14 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Identifying the Main Components of Substance-Related Addiction Recovery Groups
Rettie, H. C., Hogan, L. M. & Cox, W. M., 12 May 2021, In: Substance Use & Misuse. 56, 6, p. 840-847 8 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A psychological-systems goal-theory model of alcohol consumption and treatment
Cox, W. M. & Klinger, E., 2021, The handbook of alcohol use and abuse: Understandings from synapse to society. Frings , D. & Albery, I. P. (eds.). Elsevier Science, p. 237-260Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
- 2019
- Published
A comparison between two retrospective alcohol consumption measures and the daily drinking diary method with university students
Patterson, C., Hogan, L. & Cox, M., 4 May 2019, In: American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse. 45, 3, p. 248-253Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
- 2018
- Published
Negative attentional bias for positive recovery-related words as a predictor of treatment success among individuals with an alcohol use disorder
Rettie, H., Hogan, L. & Cox, W. M., Sept 2018, In: Addictive Behaviors. 84, p. 86-91Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Ecological momentary assessment of food perceptions and eating behavior using a novel phone application in adults with or without obesity
Alabduljader, K., Cliffe, M., Sartor, F., Papini, G., Cox, W. M. & Kubis, H.-P., Aug 2018, In: Eating Behaviors. 30, August, p. 35-41Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
- 2017
- Published
Free will in addictive behaviors: A matter of definition
Cox, W. M., Klinger, E. & Fadardi, J. S., Jun 2017, In: Addictive Behaviors Reports. 5, p. 94-103Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Effectiveness of a weight-loss intervention using selfmonitoring practice with eating behavioral commandments in obese females
Alshubrami, M., Alrajhi, S., Cox, W. M. & Kubis, H.-P., 2017, In: Saudi Journal of Obesity. 5, 2, p. 77-84Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Nonconscious motivational influences on cognitive processes in addictive behaviors
Cox, W. M., Klinger, E. & Fadardi, J. S., 2017, Addiction and choice: Rethinking the relationship. Heather, N. & Segal, G. (eds.). Oxford University Press, p. 259-285Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
- 2016
- Published
Chapter 5 – Neuroscience of attentional processes for addiction medicine: From brain mechanisms to practical considerations
Salehi Fadardi, J., Cox, W. & Rahmani, A., 23 Nov 2016, Neuroscience for Addiction Medicine. Ekhtiari, H. & Paulus, M. (eds.). Elsevier, Vol. 223. p. 77-89 (Progress in Brain Research; vol. 223).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
Neurofeedback training for alcohol dependence versus treatment as usual: Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Cox, W., Subramanian, L., Linden, D. E. J., Lührs, M., McNamara, R., Playle, R., Hood, K., Watson, G., Whittaker, J. R., Sakhuja, R. & Ihssen, N., 3 Oct 2016, In: Trials. 2016, 17, p. 480 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The effects of attention control training program on drug abusers' attentional bias and treatment outcomes
Ziaee, S. S., Salehi Fadardi, J., Cox, W. M. & Amin Yazdi, S. A., 1 Oct 2016, In: Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology. 84, 10, p. 861-873Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
- 2015
- Published
Differential effects and temporal course of attentional and motivational training on excessive drinking
Cox, W. M., Fadardi, J. S., Hosier, S. G. & Pothos, E. M., Dec 2015, In: Experimental and Clinical Psychopharmacology. 23, 6, p. 445-454Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Chimpshop and alcohol reduction - using technology to change behaviour
Hillier, C. T., Intriligator, J. M., Cox, W. M., Intriligator, J. & Hillier, C., 30 Oct 2015, In: Perspectives in Public Health. 135, 3, p. 126-127Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
- 2014
- Published
The motivational basis of cognitive determinants of addictive behaviors
Cox, W. M., Klinger, E. & Fadardi, J. S., 22 Nov 2014, In: Addictive Behaviors. 44, p. 16-22Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Alcohol Cognitive Bias Modification training for problem drinkers over the web
Wiers, R. W., Houben, K., Fadardi, J. S., van Beek, P., Rhemtulla, M. & Cox, W. M., 30 Aug 2014, In: Addictive Behaviors. 40, p. 21-26Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Attentional bias modification for addictive behaviours: Clinical implications
Intriligator, J. M., Cox, W. M., Fadardi, J. S., Intriligator, J. & Klinger, E., 1 Jun 2014, In: CNS Spectrums. 19, 3, p. 215-224Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Information-enhancement and goal setting techniques for increasing adaptive motivation and decreasing urges to drink alcohol
Shamloo, Z. S. & Cox, W. M., 2 Apr 2014, In: Addictive Behaviors. 39, 7, p. 1205-1213Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Almost winning: Induced MEG theta power in insula and orbitofrontal cortex increases during gambling near-misses and is associated with BOLD signal and gambling severity
Dymond, S., Lawrence, N. S., Dunkley, B. T., Yuen, K. S., Hinton, E. C., Dixon, M. R., Cox, W. M., Hoon, A. E., Munnelly, A., Muthukumaraswamy, S. D. & Singh, K. D., 20 Jan 2014, In: Neuroimage. 91, p. 210-219Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
- 2013
- Published
The addition of a goal-based motivational interview to treatment as usual to enhance engagement and reduce dropouts in a personality disorder treatment service: results of a feasibility study for a randomized controlled trial
McMurran, M., Cox, W. M., Witham, D. & Hedges, L., 17 Feb 2013, In: Trials. 14, p. 1-10Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
- 2011
- Published
Differentiating heavy from light drinkers by neural responses to visual alcohol cues and other motivational stimuli.
Linden, D., Salehi Fadardi, J., Ihssen, N., Cox, W. M., Wiggett, A. J., Fadardi, J. S. & Linden, D. E., 1 Jun 2011, In: Cerebral Cortex. 21, 6, p. 1408-1415Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A Motivational Model of Alcohol Use: Determinants of Use and Change
Cox, W. M., Klinger, E., Cox, W. M. (Editor) & Klinger, E. C. (Editor), 1 Jan 2011, Handbook of Motivational Counseling: Goal-Based Approaches to Assessment and Intervention with Addiction and Other Problems. 2011 ed. Wiley-Blackwell, p. 131-158Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Cognitive and Motivational Retraining: Reciprocal Effects
Fadardi, J. S., Shamloo, Z. S., Cox, W. M., Cox, W. M. (Editor) & Klinger, E. (Editor), 1 Jan 2011, Handbook of Motivational Counseling: Goal-Based Approaches to Assessment and Intervention with Addiction and Other Problems. 2011 ed. Wiley-Blackwell, p. 395-411Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Handbook of Motivational Counseling: Goal-Based Approaches to Assessment and Intervention with Addiction and Other Problems
Cox, W. M. (Editor) & Klinger, E. (Editor), 1 Jan 2011, 2011 ed. Wiley-Blackwell.Research output: Book/Report › Book
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Measuring Motivation: The Motivational Structure Questionnaire and Personal Concerns Inventory and their Variants
Cox, W. M., Klinger, E. & Cox, W. M. (Editor), 1 Jan 2011, Handbook of Motivational Counseling: Goal-Based Approaches to Assessment and Intervention with Addiction and Other Problems. 2011 ed. Wiley-Blackwell, p. 159-204Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Motivation and the Goal Theory of Current Concerns
Klinger, E., Cox, W. M. & Cox, W. M. (Editor), 1 Jan 2011, Handbook of Motivational Counseling: Goal-Based Approaches to Assessment and Intervention with Addiction and Other Problems. 2011 ed. Wiley-Blackwell, p. 1-47Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Personality and motivational correlates of alcohol consumption and alcohol-relatedproblems among excessive drinking university students
Hosier, S. G. & Cox, W. M., 1 Jan 2011, In: Addictive Behaviors. 36, 1-2, p. 87-94Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Systematic Motivational Counseling: From Motivational Assessment to Motivational Change
Cox, W. M., Klinger, E. & Cox, W. M. (Editor), 1 Jan 2011, Handbook of Motivational Counseling: Goal-Based Approaches to Assessment and Intervention with Addiction and Other Problems. 2011 ed. Wiley-Blackwell, p. 273-302Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Taking Stock and Looking Ahead: A Toolkit for Motivational Counselors
Cox, W. M., Klinger, E. & Cox, W. M. (Editor), 1 Jan 2011, Handbook of Motivational Counseling: Goal-Based Approaches to Assessment and Intervention with Addiction and Other Problems. 2011 ed. Wiley-Blackwell, p. 607-624Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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The Motivational Structure Questionnaire, Personal Concerns Inventory, and their Variants: Psychometric Properties
Cox, W. M., Klinger, E. & Cox, W. M. (Editor), 1 Jan 2011, Handbook of Motivational Counseling: Goal-Based Approaches to Assessment and Intervention with Addiction and Other Problems. 2011 ed. Wiley-Blackwell, p. 205-232Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
- 2010
- Published
The addition of a goal-based motivational interview to standardised treatment as usual to reduce dropouts in a service for patients with personality disorder: a feasibility study
McMurran, M., Cox, W. M., Coupe, S., Whitham, D. & Hedges, L., 14 Oct 2010, In: Trials. 11, 98, p. 1-5Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Effects of alcohol cue exposure on response inhibition in detoxified alcohol-dependent patients.
Gauggel, S., Heusinger, A., Forkmann, T., Boecker, M., Lindenmeyer, J., Cox, W. M. & Staedtgen, M., 1 Sept 2010, In: Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research. 34, 9, p. 1584-1589Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The relationship between motivational structure, sense of control, intrinsic motivation and university students' alcohol consumption
Shamloo, Z. S. & Cox, W. M., 1 Feb 2010, In: Addictive Behaviors. 35, 2, p. 140-146Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
- 2009
- Published
Validity of the offender version of the Personal Concerns Inventory with adult male prisoners.
Sellen, J. L., McMurran, M., Theodosi, E., Cox, W. M. & Klinger, E., 1 Jun 2009, In: Psychology, Crime and Law.. 15, 5, p. 451-468Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Reversing the sequence: Reducing alcohol consumption by overcoming alcohol attentional bias.
Salehi Fadardi, J. & Cox, W. M., 1 May 2009, In: Drug and Alcohol Dependence. 101, 3, p. 137-145Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Attentional and neurofeedback training for reducing excessive drinking.
Cox, W. M., 1 Jan 2009.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
- 2008
- Published
Alcohol-attentional bias and motivational structure as independent predictors of social drinkers' alcohol consumption.
Salehi Fadardi, J., Fadardi, J. S. & Cox, W. M., 1 Oct 2008, In: Drug and Alcohol Dependence. 97, 3, p. 247-256Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Attentional bias in addictive behaviors: A review of its development, causes, and consequences.
Field, M. & Cox, W. M., 1 Sept 2008, In: Drug and Alcohol Dependence. 97, 1-2, p. 1-20Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Attentional training for reducing excessive drinking.
Cox, W. M. & Fadardi, J. S., 1 Jan 2008.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Attentional training for reducing excessive drinking.
Cox, W. M. & Fadardi, J. S., 1 Jan 2008.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Can problematic alcohol use be trained away? New behavioural treatments aimed at changing and moderating implicit cognitive processes in alcohol abuse
Wiers, R. W., Schoenmakers, T., Houben, K., Thush, C., Fadardi, J. S., Cox, W. M. & Martin, C. R. (Editor), 1 Jan 2008, Identification and treatment of alcohol dependence. 2008 ed. M & K Publishing, p. 187-207Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Heavy and light drinkers’ brain reactions to alcohol, emotional, and concern-related stimuli.
Cox, W. M., 1 Jan 2008.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Individual and combined effects of information-enhancement and goal-setting on improving motivational structure.
Shamloo, Z. S. & Cox, W. M., 1 Jan 2008.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper