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Area of Science:

  • Psychological Research
  • Digital Health Technologies
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) has a long history in psychology.
  • Digital technology has transformed EMA delivery, enhancing accessibility and precision.
  • Researchers face new challenges in designing and implementing digital EMA studies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide guidance for clinical scientists on selecting appropriate platforms for ecological momentary assessment (EMA) studies.
  • To assist researchers in navigating the complexities of digital EMA platform selection.
  • To identify key considerations for choosing an EMA platform tailored to specific research needs.

Main Methods:

  • A multidisciplinary team evaluated various EMA platforms.
  • Methods included web-based reviews, security assessments, and developer consultations.
  • Candidate platforms were evaluated over a one-week period across two research sites.

Main Results:

  • Two distinct EMA platforms were selected for the research sites, indicating no single ideal platform.
  • Eleven key considerations for platform selection were identified, including location, developer support, and data management.
  • A suggested timeline for the EMA platform selection process was developed.

Conclusions:

  • This research provides essential guidance for scientists initiating EMA studies.
  • Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) is a powerful in vivo tool for psychological assessment and intervention.
  • Informed platform selection is critical for successful implementation of EMA research.