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A mHealth Support Program for Australian Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes: A Mixed Methods Study
Ashley H Ng1, Timothy C Crowe2, Kylie Ball3
1Department of Dietetics, Human Nutrition and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia.
Digital Health
|October 31, 2019
Summary
The Diabetes YES mobile health program was well-received by young adults with type 1 diabetes (T1DM), showing high acceptability and peer support engagement. This study highlights the importance of mHealth feasibility for T1DM self-management support.
Area of Science:
- Health Sciences
- Digital Health
- Diabetes Management
Background:
- Young adulthood presents critical transitions for individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1DM).
- Tailored diabetes self-management support is often lacking for this demographic.
- mHealth solutions offer a potential avenue for accessible support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the usability and acceptability of the patient-informed mHealth program, Diabetes YES.
- To assess the program's impact on diabetes self-management support for young adults with T1DM.
- To provide insights into the feasibility of implementing mHealth programs in healthcare.
Main Methods:
- A 12-week program involving 34 young adults (18-35 years) with T1DM.
- Website usage tracked via Google Analytics; usability assessed via surveys.
- Peer support engagement measured using Facebook analytics.
- Program evaluation utilized Likert scales and open-ended questions.
Main Results:
- Participants found the Diabetes YES website easy to navigate and understand.
- Website visits decreased over time, but Facebook peer support engagement remained consistent.
- Weekly discussion topics facilitated peer interaction, with emotional support being highly valued.
Conclusions:
- The Diabetes YES mHealth program demonstrated strong acceptance among young adults with T1DM.
- Feasibility studies are essential for integrating mHealth into healthcare.
- Future research should explore adapting such programs for broader healthcare systems.
