Information literacy and intention to adopt e-pharmacy: a study based on trust and the theory of reasoned action.

ABSTRACT:

Background

E-pharmacy has gained popularity as an increasingly utilized platform for accessing healthcare services online. However, its adoption exhibits regional variations and necessitates improvement in certain aspects. Guided by the Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA) and Trust theory, this research explores the pivotal role of information literacy in influencing attitudes, perceived control, word of mouth, and trust. The overarching aim is to understand how these factors collectively impact the adoption of E-pharmacy services.

Methods

The study employed Structural Equation Modeling to assess data collected from 473 participants in Nigeria. This methodology allowed for a comprehensive evaluation of the intricate relationships between information literacy, attitudes, perceive

SUBMITTER: Fan M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11308555 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature