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Thomas Engelsma1,2,3, Monique Jaspers1,2,3, Linda Peute1,2,3
1Amsterdam UMC location University of Amsterdam, Department of Medical Informatics, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|May 19, 2023
Summary
Mobile health (mHealth) technologies for dementia patients need better design. This review identifies design choices to overcome barriers, improving usability for older adults with complex needs.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Digital Health
Background:
- The increasing availability of mHealth technologies for older adults with dementia is noted.
- Current mHealth solutions often fail to meet the diverse needs, wishes, and capabilities of individuals with dementia due to complex clinical presentations.
Conclusions:
- There is a critical need for further research and refinement of inclusive mHealth design solutions.
- Special attention must be given to populations with complex symptoms, such as those living with dementia.
- The MOLDEM-US framework offers a structured approach to understanding and developing better mHealth interventions.
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