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A development and evaluation process for mHealth interventions: examples from New Zealand
Robyn Whittaker1, Sally Merry, Enid Dorey
1Clinical Trials Research Unit, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand. r.whittaker@ctru.auckland.ac.nz
Journal of Health Communication
|May 3, 2012
Summary
This study outlines a comprehensive process for developing mobile health (mHealth) interventions, emphasizing user feedback and behavior change theory. The approach ensures effective, participant-centered digital health solutions.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Mobile Health Interventions
- Behavior Change Theory
Background:
- Mobile phone-based health interventions (mHealth) are increasingly prevalent.
- A structured development process is crucial for effective mHealth interventions.
- Existing processes may lack comprehensive integration of user feedback and implementation strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a detailed process for developing and testing mHealth interventions.
- To highlight key themes including behavior change theory, participant feedback, and early implementation focus.
- To provide examples of mHealth interventions developed using this process.
Main Methods:
- A multi-step process: conceptualization, formative research, pretesting, pilot study, pragmatic randomized controlled trial, and qualitative research.
- Integration of target audience involvement throughout development.
- Application of rigorous research methodologies for effectiveness evaluation.
Main Results:
- The described process has been successfully applied to several mHealth interventions in New Zealand.
- Key strengths include user involvement and robust research methods.
- Limitations noted are the time investment and potential for less formalized randomization.
Conclusions:
- The outlined mHealth development process offers a structured yet adaptable framework.
- Emphasis on user-centered design and empirical testing enhances intervention effectiveness.
- This process facilitates the creation of impactful digital health solutions for public health.
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