Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Agnete Skovlund Dissing, Thea Otte Andersen, Andreas Kryger Jensen, Rikke Lund, Naja Hulvej Rod
Summary: Frequent nighttime smartphone use may disturb sleep patterns but does not strongly increase the risk of poor mental health. The study found a slight association between nighttime smartphone use and perceived stress and depressive symptoms at baseline, but this association was not replicated at follow-up.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Laura Elizabeth Pathak, Adrian Aguilera, Joseph Jay Williams, Courtney Rees Lyles, Rosa Hernandez-Ramos, Jose Miramontes, Anupama Gunshekar Cemballi, Caroline Astrid Figueroa
Summary: This study aimed to develop motivational text messages in English and Spanish to encourage physical activity in low-income minority patients with diabetes diagnoses and depression symptoms. By combining participant feedback, crowdsourced data, and researcher expertise, 200 messages were designed and iteratively refined, resulting in 54 messages included in the final text message bank.
JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Reham Shalaby, Wesley Vuong, Marianne Hrabok, April Gusnowski, Kelly Mrklas, Daniel Li, Mark Snaterse, Shireen Surood, Bo Cao, Xin-Min Li, Russell Greiner, Andrew James Greenshaw, Vincent Israel Opoku Agyapong
Summary: The study evaluated the satisfaction and feedback of Text4Hope subscribers, revealing higher satisfaction among female subscribers compared to male and other gender subscribers. More than 70% of subscribers agreed that Text4Hope helped them cope with stress and anxiety, enhance mental well-being, and manage COVID-19-related issues.
JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Fengbo Liu, Zhongqiu Zhang, Shuqiang Liu, Zhantao Feng
Summary: This study found that a brief mindfulness intervention can alleviate problematic smartphone use and increase self-control among college students. Self-control completely mediates the effectiveness of the mindfulness intervention in reducing problematic smartphone use.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Judith J. Prochaska, Yixin Wang, Molly A. Bowdring, Amy Chieng, Neha P. Chaudhary, Danielle E. Ramo
Summary: This study introduces the BeMe app-based platform for supporting adolescents' mental health and well-being. The results show that many adolescents engaged with the app and completed multiple activities and sessions. Female and younger adolescents had higher app engagement. The content, activities, and coaching of BeMe received positive ratings.
JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Heng Yue, Xiwen Yue, Bo Liu, Xueshan Li, Yaohua Dong, Hugejiletu Bao
Summary: The current study examined the measurement invariance of the Smartphone Addiction Scale Short Version (SAS-SV) across gender in a sample of 1112 college students. The results showed that SAS-SV was psychometrically robust in measuring the severity of smartphone addiction among college students, as well as the gender-based invariance. The differences in SAS-SV between male and female participants were likely to represent true gender differences, and meaningful comparisons could be made.
Review
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Reyhaneh Ayardulabi, Erfan Khamespanah, Sarv Abbasinia, Hamide Ehtesabi
Summary: Detection of specific cells and molecules in remote and resource-limited areas is challenging, leading to an increased demand for Point-Of-Care (POC) systems. Smartphones have emerged as a practical solution for this issue due to their image-capturing and processing capabilities. Smartphone-based microscopes have been utilized in medical diagnosis, food pathogen identification, and biomolecule detection, with or without external attachments. The studies discussed in the article are categorized based on the type of biological samples tested and platforms used for examination and quantification.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL
(2021)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Feby Savira, Adyya Gupta, Cecily Gilbert, Catherine E. Huggins, Colette Browning, Wendy Chapman, Terry Haines, Anna Peeters
Summary: There has been a rapid shift toward the adoption of virtual health care services in Australia. We conducted a scoping review to evaluate virtual care initiatives for older adults in Australia and identified the challenges and opportunities for wider adoption. The results showed that virtual care is a viable model to address a wide range of health conditions among older adults.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Robert Hrynyschyn, Christoph Dockweiler
Summary: Depression is often accompanied by rapid changes in mood and quality of life. Smartphone-based therapy is considered to have great potential due to its reach and easy accessibility. However, there is still limited information about the impact and mechanisms of smartphone-based therapy on depression.
JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Cybernetics
James A. Roberts, Meredith E. David
Summary: The study focuses on creating and validating a smartphone orientation measure to reflect individuals' interactions with their smartphones. Through three studies, a valid 8-item scale has been developed to measure the intensity of an individual's smartphone orientation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERACTION
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Leah Grout, Kendra Telfer, Nick Wilson, Christine Cleghorn, Anja Mizdrak
Summary: The study aimed to assess the impact of prescribing smartphone apps for promoting physical activity in primary care settings in New Zealand. The results indicated modest health gains and cost savings at the population level, but the effectiveness was highly sensitive to assumptions on intervention uptake and decay. Ongoing improvements in app design and increased promotion by health workers may lead to increased benefits.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Psychology, Clinical
Richard J. E. James, Grace Dixon, Maria-Gabriela Dragomir, Edie Thirlwell, Lucy Hitcham
Summary: This paper reviews the literature on smartphone addiction and identifies some issues and trends. The focus of research tends to be on self-reported behaviors, such as daily usage time and types of apps used, with less emphasis on logged behavioral data on phones. The number of studies reporting behavior has decreased over time, indicating that smartphone addiction is becoming more ingrained. The paper suggests that researchers should take advantage of the behavioral data collection capabilities offered by phone operating systems when measuring smartphone usage.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Dante L. Mack, Alex W. DaSilva, Courtney Rogers, Elin Hedlund, Eilis Murphy, Vlado Vojdanovski, Jane Plomp, Weichen Wang, Subigya K. Nepal, Paul E. Holtzheimer, Dylan D. Wagner, Nicholas C. Jacobson, Meghan L. Meyer, Andrew T. Campbell, Jeremy F. Huckins
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to behavioral changes and increased anxiety and depression among college students, as evidenced by increased smartphone use, sedentary behavior, and decreased mobility. These changes are associated with a heightened interest in COVID fatigue.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Davide Marengo, Rayna Sariyska, Helena Sophia Schmitt, Eva-Maria Messner, Harald Baumeister, Matthias Brand, Christopher Kannen, Christian Montag
Summary: The study investigated the correlation between individuals' tendencies towards smartphone use disorder (SmUD) and objective measures of smartphone usage frequency. It found that image-based social networking apps are more strongly associated with problematic smartphone behaviors compared to traditional social networking apps and instant messaging apps.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Julie C. Lauffenburger, Renee A. Barlev, Ellen S. Sears, Punam A. Keller, Marie E. McDonnell, Elad Yom-Tov, Constance P. Fontanet, Kaitlin Hanken, Nancy Haff, Niteesh K. Choudhry
Summary: The study found that most patients try to incorporate cues into their daily routines to help them with consistent medication taking; many patients leverage some form of technology as a cue to support adherence to medication taking and diabetes self-management behaviors; patients value simplicity and integration of technology solutions used for diabetes care, managing medications, and communicating with health care providers; some patients express reluctance to rely on mobile technology for these diabetes care behaviors; and patients believe they prefer positively framed communication, but communication preferences are highly individualized.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
C. Barr Taylor, Josef Ruzek, Ellen E. Fitzsimmons-Craft, Shiri Sadeh-Sharvit, Naira Topooco, Ruth Striegel Weissman, Daniel Eisenberg, David Mohr, Andrea Graham, Corinna Jacobi, Brian Oldenburg
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Jonah Meyerhoff, Tony Liu, Konrad P. Kording, Lyle H. Ungar, Susan M. Kaiser, Chris J. Karr, David C. Mohr
Summary: This study found that changes in sensor-derived behavioral features were associated with subsequent changes in depression, suggesting a directional relationship where changes in sensed behaviors are linked to changes in symptoms. Different symptom groups showed varied relationships, indicating that sensor monitoring may be helpful in predicting changes in mental health symptoms.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Ashley A. Knapp, Katherine Cohen, Jennifer Nicholas, David C. Mohr, Andrew D. Carlo, Joshua J. Skerl, Emily G. Lattie
Summary: Digital mental health tools have the potential to greatly impact public health by extending reach and maximizing impact of interventions. Understanding the perspectives of community behavioral health care providers on integrating digital tools for children and adolescents is important to address challenges and incorporate desired features, such as a centralized platform connecting clinicians, young people, and caregivers. This study provides critical insights for future tool development concerning connectivity, user expectations, and the blended nature of digital tools in supporting young people.
JMIR MENTAL HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Kyle Possemato, Justina Wu, Carolyn Greene, Rex MacQueen, Daniel Blonigen, Michael Wade, Jason Owen, Terence Keane, Deborah Brief, Steven Lindley, Annabel Prins, Margaret-Anne Mackintosh, Eve Carlson
Summary: This pilot study aimed to test the feasibility and acceptability of using eHealth tools to meet the mental health needs of veterans. The study found that peer support increased engagement with the web-based intervention, reduced symptoms, and problem-solving confidence was associated with improved mental health outcomes.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Kaylee Payne Kruzan, Jonah Meyerhoff, Candice Biernesser, Tina Goldstein, Madhu Reddy, David C. Mohr
Summary: This paper introduces a user-centered design approach for developing interventions for SITB, emphasizing the importance of incorporating patients' lived experience throughout the development process. Digital interventions hold promise for extending evidence-based treatments beyond traditional healthcare settings, and involving individuals with lived experience in the design and research process is crucial for addressing treatment challenges and engaging the target population.
JMIR MENTAL HEALTH
(2021)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Valeria De Angel, Serena Lewis, Katie White, Carolin Oetzmann, Daniel Leightley, Emanuela Oprea, Grace Lavelle, Faith Matcham, Alice Pace, David C. Mohr, Richard Dobson, Matthew Hotopf
Summary: The use of digital tools to measure physiological and behavioral variables relevant to mental health is a growing field. However, current research has limitations in terms of small sample sizes, short follow-up duration, and poor reporting quality, which restrict the interpretability of the results. Nevertheless, significant associations between depression and digital features can be identified through bivariate analyses and machine learning models.
NPJ DIGITAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Arthur Thomas Ryan, Lisa Anne Brenner, Christi S. Ulmer, Margaret -Anne Mackintosh, Carolyn J. Greene
Summary: This study describes the use of evaluation panels composed of veterans and spouses of veterans in the development of the digital mental health intervention, Path to Better Sleep (PTBS). The panels provided feedback on elements relevant to user engagement and influenced the design and content of PTBS.
JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Alex W. K. Wong, Mandy W. M. Fong, Elizabeth G. S. Munsell, Christopher L. Metts, Sunghoon Lee, Ginger E. Nicol, Olivia DePaul, Stephanie E. Tomazin, Katherine J. Kaufman, David C. Mohr
Summary: This study used intervention mapping (IM) and the taxonomy of behavior change techniques (BCTs) to design a digital intervention to manage chronic symptoms and support daily life participation in people after stroke. The study identified key service needs after stroke and developed the iSMART intervention program based on appropriate behavior change techniques. The study found that iSMART intervention was acceptable, appropriate, and feasible.
JMIR HUMAN FACTORS
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Miranda L. Beltzer, Jonah Meyerhoff, Sarah A. Popowski, David C. Mohr, Rachel Kornfield
Summary: This study examines the experiences and preferences of young adults not engaged in treatment who use digital self-tracking for mood and mental health data. Participants had mixed experiences with self-tracking in the past and highlighted the importance of building self-understanding, organizing reminders, and simplifying the self-tracking experience. They also emphasized the usefulness of self-tracking in identifying feelings, motivating basic activities, and providing a sense of accomplishment and stability.
JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH
(2023)
Proceedings Paper
Computer Science, Information Systems
Kaylee Payne Kruzan, Ada Ng, Colleen Stiles-Shields, Emily G. Lattie, David C. Mohr, Madhu Reddy
Summary: Digital interventions play a crucial role in managing mental health symptoms discovered in primary care, but there is a misalignment between patient needs and the use of sensors.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE 2023 CHI CONFERENCE ON HUMAN FACTORS IN COMPUTING SYSTEMS (CHI 2023)
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Mauricio Toyama, Victoria Cavero, Ricardo Araya, Paulo Rossi Menezes, David C. Mohr, J. Jaime Miranda, Francisco Diez-Canseco
Summary: This study explores the experiences of participants in the CONEMO intervention in Peru through interviews, as well as insights from the nurses who supported the intervention. The findings suggest that CONEMO fulfilled the expectations of most participants and led to positive changes in their physical and mental health. The study also identified suggestions for improving the intervention. The results highlight the effectiveness and feasibility of using CONEMO, especially for those with little knowledge of technology.
JMIR HUMAN FACTORS
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Michael A. Cucciare, Hildi J. Hagedorn, Mark Bounthavong, Traci H. Abraham, Carolyn J. Greene, Xiaotong Han, Lakiesha Kemp, Kathy Marchant, Penny White, Keith Humphreys
Summary: This study aims to investigate whether the accessibility and effectiveness of a benzodiazepine cessation intervention can be improved through digitization and tailoring for specific populations.
CONTEMPORARY CLINICAL TRIALS COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Primary Health Care
Bayley J. Taple, Shefali Haldar, S. Darius Tandon, Madhu Reddy, David C. Mohr, Emily S. Miller
Summary: This study aimed to identify successful implementation strategies for collaborative care in the context of perinatal care. Through qualitative interviews with participants from a perinatal collaborative care program, the researchers identified 14 implementation strategies and found opportunities for improvement in these strategies.
PRIMARY HEALTH CARE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Andrea K. Graham, Sean A. Munson, Madhu Reddy, Sarah W. Neubert, Emilie A. Green, Angela Chang, Bonnie Spring, David C. Mohr, Jennifer E. Wildes
Summary: This study aimed to inform the design of a new mobile intervention for obesity and binge eating by incorporating user-centered design and basic behavioral science. Participants engaged in a prototyping design activity over one week, with most finding the selected strategy helpful and intending to continue use, despite facing challenges in implementation.
JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH
(2021)