Evaluation Frameworks for Health Virtual Communities

Morr, Christo El; Eftychiou, Linda

doi:10.1057/978-1-349-95173-4_6

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“…This inequity challenge and its impact on outcomes has long been observed in electronic health (eHealth) [ 88 , 89 ] and needs to be addressed in ICT-based IPV interventions; it was not addressed in the studies covered by our review. Also, involvement of users in software design is a well-known need that is effective in producing software that works for users and aligns with their priorities and is suitable for their environments [ 47 , 90 – 94 ]. Hence, involving women experiencing IPV in the research team and in the ICT software design process is paramount to ensure usability and accessibility of the software and as a matter of equity [ 95 ].…”

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Effectiveness of ICT-based intimate partner violence interventions: a systematic review

Morr

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2020

BMC Public Health

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Background Intimate Partner Violence is a “global pandemic”. Meanwhile, information and communication technologies (ICT), such as the internet, mobile phones, and smartphones, are spreading worldwide, including in low- and middle-income countries. We reviewed the available evidence on the use of ICT-based interventions to address intimate partner violence (IPV), evaluating the effectiveness, acceptability, and suitability of ICT for addressing different aspects of the problem (e.g., awareness, screening, prevention, treatment, mental health). Methods We conducted a systematic review, following PRISMA guidelines, using the following databases: PubMed, PsycINFO, and Web of Science. Key search terms included women, violence, domestic violence, intimate partner violence, information, communication technology, ICT, technology, email, mobile, phone, digital, ehealth, web, computer, online, and computerized. Only articles written in English were included. Results Twenty-five studies addressing screening and disclosure, IPV prevention, ICT suitability, support and women’s mental health were identified. The evidence reviewed suggests that ICT-based interventions were effective mainly in screening, disclosure, and prevention. However, there is a lack of homogeneity among the studies’ outcome measurements and the sample sizes, the control groups used (if any), the type of interventions, and the study recruitment space. Questions addressing safety, equity, and the unintended consequences of the use of ICT in IPV programming are virtually non-existent. Conclusions There is a clear need to develop women-centered ICT design when programming for IPV. Our study showed only one study that formally addressed software usability. The need for more research to address safety, equity, and the unintended consequences of the use of ICT in IPV programming is paramount. Studies addressing long term effects are also needed.

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Effectiveness of ICT-based intimate partner violence interventions: a systematic review

Morr

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2020

BMC Public Health

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“…There are advanced techniques that might become useful in online communities, such as online agents [ 51 , 52 ] that allow notification based on user preferences [ 27 , 35 , 53 – 56 ]. It is important to note that frameworks to evaluate the successful implementation and adoption of online communities do exist [ 57 ].…”

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Effectiveness of online mindfulness interventions on medical students’ mental health: a systematic review

Yogeswaran

Morr

2021

BMC Public Health

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Background Medical school typically presents students with a combination of academic and personal stressors that may lead to substandard mental health wellbeing. Meditation practices such as mindfulness facilitate a greater awareness of one's thoughts and feelings, thereby decreasing emotional reactivity. The use of mindfulness-based interventions delivered online has considerable potential in fostering self-care and helping medical students to handle mental health challenges. We examined the available evidence on the use of online mindfulness interventions in order to determine whether they are feasible and effective for improving medical students’ mental health. Methods We performed a systematic review guided by PRISMA guidelines and utilised the following databases: ProQuest, Medline, PubMed, PsycINFO, Web of Science, IEEE Explore, Cochrane, and CINAHL. The key search terms used include mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, online, web, virtual, internet cyber, app, medical students, residency students, and residents. English-language articles published in the last ten years that described online interventions for medical students or residents were included in the review. Results Two studies describing the impact of online mindfulness interventions on medical students’ mental health were identified. Research in this domain is nascent; available qualitative and quantitative evidence suggests benefits in self-compassion, perceived stress, cognitive skill use, mindfulness, creating coping mechanisms, and greater awareness of emotions and feelings. There was no evidence of the effectiveness of online mindfulness interventions on depression, anxiety and burnout. There was, however, general low program usage and participation tended to diminish near the conclusion of the interventions. Conclusions The evidence found in the systematic review exhibits the potential for online mindfulness interventions to be effective in addressing some mental health challenges of medical students. There was insufficient evidence to support the use of online mindfulness interventions for burnout, depression, and anxiety. Longitudinal studies with randomised controlled trials are required to generate stronger and robust evidence.

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“…To date, research on OHCs has mainly looked at the advantages and disadvantages of these communities (8); investigated the determinants, either demographics or psychographics (altruistic motivations and desire to share experiences) (9); underlined their benefits for users (3) or addressed the factors that drive the development and maintenance of the relationships among users (patients) (10). Little is known regarding the influence of OHCs on the "real world" patient-physician relationship.…”

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“…To do so, we focus on peer-to-peer OHCs, that is, patient centric communities, which have neither the participation nor the endorsement by physicians or medical staff. These OHCs differ from communities of practice, which are geared toward communication between specific healthcare professionals (e.g., nurses, physicians) (10).…”

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Effects of Interpersonal Trust Among Users of Online Health Communities on Patient Trust in and Satisfaction With Their Physician

Audrain‐Pontevia¹,

Menvielle

2018

Int J Technol Assess Health Care

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Evaluation Frameworks for Health Virtual Communities

Cited by 8 publications

References 56 publications

Effectiveness of ICT-based intimate partner violence interventions: a systematic review

Effectiveness of ICT-based intimate partner violence interventions: a systematic review

Effectiveness of online mindfulness interventions on medical students’ mental health: a systematic review

Effects of Interpersonal Trust Among Users of Online Health Communities on Patient Trust in and Satisfaction With Their Physician

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