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Developing an android-based application for early detection of postpartum depression symptoms in Indonesia
Irma Nurbaeti1, Moch Syafii1, Kustati Budi Lestari1
1Nursing Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Islam Negeri Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, Indonesia.
Belitung Nursing Journal
|July 20, 2023
Summary
A new android application effectively screens for postpartum depression symptoms in Indonesian mothers. This tool aids early detection and prevention, offering a valuable resource for maternal mental health.
Area of Science:
- Digital health interventions
- Maternal mental health
- Psychiatric screening tools
Background:
- Postpartum depression is a significant mental health concern in Indonesia.
- Early screening for postpartum depression symptoms is crucial within the first month postpartum.
- Smartphone applications offer a rapid and accessible method for symptom screening.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an Android-based application for early detection of postpartum depression symptoms.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of this smartphone application in screening for postpartum depression.
Main Methods:
- The application was developed using the Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation (ADDIE) model.
- A survey design was employed to assess application effectiveness among 109 postpartum mothers.
- Data collection occurred from August to October 2019 in South Tangerang, Indonesia.
Main Results:
- The application received positive evaluations from users.
- High percentages of mothers found the application adequate in appearance (92.67%), easy to download (89.90%), understandable (96.33%), and easy to use (94.50%).
- Users reported the application as beneficial (96.33%), novel (90.83%), and reflective of psychological conditions (90.83%).
Conclusions:
- The developed Android application effectively measures postpartum depression symptoms.
- It is recommended for Indonesian mothers to utilize this app for early postpartum depression detection.
- The application serves as a tool for healthcare providers like nurses and midwives to prevent maternal depression and can be adapted by developers globally.
