The Use of Videogames, Gamification, and Virtual Environments in the Self-Management of Diabetes: A Systematic Review of Evidence

Theng, Yin‐Leng; Lee, Jason Wen Yau; Patinadan, Paul Victor; Foo, Schubert

doi:10.1089/g4h.2014.0114

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“…There are several ways to do this, which include giving points every time a user opens the app, and having participants earn badges or points to “buy” items for avatars. Past research has suggested that having an environment that is enjoyable to use can increase health knowledge, efficacy, and adherence to their daily care can improve health outcomes [52-56]. …”

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Developing a Patient-Centered mHealth App: A Tool for Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes and Their Parents

Holtz¹,

Murray²,

Hershey³

et al. 2017

JMIR Mhealth Uhealth

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BackgroundType 1 diabetes (T1D) afflicts approximately 154,000 people under 20 years of age. Three-quarters of adolescents are not achieving glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) targets, which leads to negative health outcomes. Mobile health (mHealth), the use of technology in health, has been used successfully to improve health in many chronic conditions, including diabetes.ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to use patient-centered research methods to inform and improve the design and functionality of our T1D app, MyT1DHero, and to provide insight for others who are designing a health app for adolescents and parents.MethodsThis study included data from focus groups with participants recruited from the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) southeast Michigan’s family network. All data collected during the sessions were audio-recorded, transcribed, and coded.ResultsFour key themes were identified: (1) diabetes is unpredictable, (2) negative and frustrated communication, (3) motivations to use an app, and (4) feedback specific to our app.ConclusionsA patient-centered approach was used to assist in the development of an app for adolescents with T1D. Participants were satisfied with overall app design; customization, interactivity, and tangible rewards were identified as being necessary for continued use. Participants believed the app would help improve the communication between parents and adolescents. Many apps developed in the health context have not used a patient-centered design method or have seen vast improvements in health. This paper offers suggestions to others seeking to develop apps for adolescents and their parents.

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confidence: 99%

Developing a Patient-Centered mHealth App: A Tool for Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes and Their Parents

Holtz¹,

Murray²,

Hershey³

et al. 2017

JMIR Mhealth Uhealth

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“…Further research should be conducted to test the effect of integrative programs on QoL focusing on pharmacological care mixed up with advanced practices based on information and communication technologies (e.g., telemedicine and/or games for health) [36, 37]. In this regard, the major aim is to educate patients on healthier lifestyle habits (healthy diet and physical activity domains) [38, 39] and to facilitate the process of illness acceptance [40] after a diagnosis of GDM.…”

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Quality of Life in Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review

Marchetti

Carrozzino

Fraticelli

et al. 2017

Journal of Diabetes Research

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Background and Objective. Diagnosis of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) could significantly increase the likelihood of health problems concerning both potential risks for the mother, fetus, and child's development and negative effects on maternal mental health above all in terms of a diminished Quality of Life (QoL). The current systematic review study is aimed at further contributing to an advancement of knowledge about the clinical link between GDM and QoL. Methods. According to PRISMA guidelines, PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and Cochrane databases were searched for studies aimed at evaluating and/or improving levels of QoL in women diagnosed with GDM. Results. Fifteen research studies were identified and qualitatively analyzed by summarizing results according to the following two topics: GDM and QoL and interventions on QoL in patients with GDM. Studies showed that, in women with GDM, QoL is significantly worse in both the short term and long term. However, improvements on QoL can be achieved through different intervention programs by enhancing positive diabetes-related self-management behaviors. Conclusion. Future studies are strongly recommended to further examine the impact of integrative programs, including telemedicine and educational interventions, on QoL of GDM patients by promoting their illness acceptance and healthy lifestyle behaviors.

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“…Como exemplos, podemos mencionar jogos no treinamento de médicos (Diehl et Al.,2011); na conscientização de pacientes (Theng et Al., 2015), na melhoria da saúde (BARROS,FORMIGA e NEVES, 2013); e, em tratamentos de reabilitação (PAS-SOS et AL., 2013). Esta pesquisa propõe o estudo desses dois últimos tipos de aplicações pelo viés do design: os exergames -tema da seção seguinte.…”

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Metodologias e ferramentas de design para exergames

Oliveira¹,

Nesteriuk²

2017

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Pernambuco (UFPE) e pós-doutorandono PPGDesign da Universidade Anhembi Morumbi. Atua em pesquisas ligadas a concepção de jogos e produtos digitais, abrangendo temas como: métodos de design, usuários, personas, gamificação, análise de produtos, engenharia reversa e prototipação.Resumo "Jogos sérios" (serious games) é o termo adotado para games utilizados para propósitos que extrapolam o entretenimento, em áreas como a educação, treinamento, simulações e a saúde -objeto de preocupação dos governos e tida como relevante para o bem-estar de uma sociedade. Considerando a presença cada vez mais ubíqua e pervasiva dos computadores e smartphones, o texto parte da premissa que jogos de exercícios (exergames) podem vir a ser um caminho viável para a melhoria de práticas relacionadas à saúde na sociedade contemporânea. Após revisão bibliográfica, fez-se perceber uma carência em métodos e ferramentas para auxílio no design desse tipo de jogo. Desta forma, o presente artigo apresenta os estudos exploratórios iniciais de uma pesquisa sobre metodologias de design pensadas para exergames.Palavras chave Design, Game Design, Serious Games, Exergames. Methodologies and Design Tools for Exergames

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The Use of Videogames, Gamification, and Virtual Environments in the Self-Management of Diabetes: A Systematic Review of Evidence

Cited by 109 publications

References 30 publications

Developing a Patient-Centered mHealth App: A Tool for Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes and Their Parents

Developing a Patient-Centered mHealth App: A Tool for Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes and Their Parents

Quality of Life in Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review

Metodologias e ferramentas de design para exergames

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