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A conversational microcomputer-based health risk appraisal

J R Raines, L B Ellis

    Computer Programs in Biomedicine
    |April 1, 1982
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    Summary

    A new microcomputer health risk appraisal program was found helpful by 92% of users. This interactive tool shows potential for motivating lifestyle changes by making health assessments accessible.

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    Area of Science:

    • Health Informatics
    • Preventive Medicine
    • Behavioral Science

    Background:

    • Traditional health risk appraisals often require large computer systems.
    • The need for accessible and user-friendly health assessment tools is growing.
    • Personal computing technology offers new avenues for health interventions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop and evaluate a conversational microcomputer-based health risk appraisal (HRA) program.
    • To assess user acceptance and the potential for behavior change.
    • To determine if complex HRAs can be performed on personal systems.

    Main Methods:

    • A conversational microcomputer-based HRA program was developed.
    • The program was tested on over 200 users across three urban and suburban locations.
    • User feedback on helpfulness and intended behavior change was collected.

    Main Results:

    • 92% of users found the HRA program helpful.
    • 25% of users indicated they would likely change a living habit.
    • Helpfulness was consistent across different age and sex demographics.

    Conclusions:

    • Microcomputer-based HRAs are feasible and acceptable to users.
    • Interactive health appraisals on personal systems can motivate behavior change.
    • Complex health assessments can be effectively delivered via accessible technology.

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