Designing sustainable mobile weight management applications: information technology (IT) experts perspectives.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Weight management mobile applications have become increasingly popular as a tool for individuals to achieve their weight loss goals. However, key challenges with mobile weight management applications are sustaining user engagement and promoting long-term behavior change. This study examines the key functions and features of weight management mobile applications from the viewpoint of information technology (IT) experts. We have developed a framework that outlines the optimal design strategies for mobile apps to support sustainable weight management.

Methods

We conducted face-to-face interviews with five experts to evaluate and give input on the proposed framework.

Results

Eight specialized functionalities have been categorized and defined based on initial fr

SUBMITTER: Al Naabi Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11304095 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature