Usability of Commercially Available Mobile Applications for Diverse Patients.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Mobile applications or 'apps' intended to help people manage their health and chronic conditions are widespread and gaining in popularity. However, little is known about their acceptability and usability for low-income, racially/ethnically diverse populations who experience a disproportionate burden of chronic disease and its complications.

Objective

The objective of this study was to investigate the usability of existing mobile health applications ("apps") for diabetes, depression, and caregiving, in order to facilitate development and tailoring of patient-facing apps for diverse populations.

Design

Usability testing, a mixed-methods approach that includes interviewing and direct observation of participant technology use, was conducted with participants (n

SUBMITTER: Sarkar U 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5130945 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature