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1Institute of Brain, Behaviour and Mental Health, University of Manchester, Machester, United Kingdom.
JMIR Mhealth and Uhealth
|November 8, 2015
Summary
Smartphone apps show high feasibility for schizophrenia care, with excellent patient engagement and satisfaction. More research is needed to confirm their effectiveness in improving patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Digital health interventions
- Psychiatric technology
- Mobile health (mHealth)
Background:
- Growing interest in mobile technology for schizophrenia patient care.
- Limited evidence on the feasibility and effectiveness of smartphone apps for this population.
Purpose of the Study:
- Systematically review the literature on smartphone app use in schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.
- Assess the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of these digital interventions.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive electronic database search (May 2015).
- Systematic review of eligible studies.
- Proportional meta-analyses for recruitment, retention, and adherence.
Main Results:
- 7 eligible articles from 226 results, reporting on 5 studies.
- High overall retention (92%) and app usage (>85% of days).
- Positive user experience and reported benefits, though efficacy data is limited.
Conclusions:
- Published literature strongly supports the feasibility of smartphone interventions for schizophrenia care.
- High engagement and satisfaction indicate significant potential for mobile health.
- Further research is required to establish the efficacy of these interventions.
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