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Arlene J Astell1,2,3,4, Jacob A Andrews5, Matthew R Bennion6,7
1School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences, University of Reading, Reading, United Kingdom.
Frontiers in Psychology
|December 20, 2021
Summary
Interactive workshops successfully engaged diverse stakeholders, including older adults, in co-producing mental health technologies and services for improved wellbeing. These methods fostered idea generation for leveraging technology in later life.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Mental Health Technology
- Human-Computer Interaction
Background:
- Co-production is vital for developing effective mental health solutions that meet end-user needs.
- The Technology for Healthy Aging and Wellbeing (THAW) initiative aims to improve mental health and wellbeing in older adults through technology.
- Engaging diverse stakeholders, particularly older adults, in technology development is crucial for successful implementation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe and evaluate interactive co-production methods for mental health technology development.
- To explore the potential of new and emerging technologies to support mental wellbeing in older adults.
- To encourage greater involvement of older adults and under-represented groups in co-producing mental health solutions.
Main Methods:
- Two interactive co-production workshops were conducted involving older adults, healthcare professionals, NGOs, and researchers.
- Activities included Technology Interaction, Scavenger Hunt, Vignettes, and Invention Test to facilitate discussion and idea generation.
- The study focused on co-producing solutions for late-life mental health and wellbeing using technology.
Main Results:
- Interactive methods effectively engaged a wide range of stakeholders in discussions about mental health technologies.
- The workshops successfully co-produced ideas for integrating technologies into older adults' lives and support services.
- Stakeholders demonstrated engagement with various technologies aimed at supporting mental health and wellbeing.
Conclusions:
- Interactive co-production workshops are valuable tools for engaging diverse stakeholders in mental health technology development.
- These methods facilitate the co-creation of innovative solutions tailored to the needs of older adults.
- The study highlights the importance of involving older adults and under-represented groups in shaping mental health technologies and services.
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