Does pictorial health information improve health behaviours and other outcomes? A systematic review protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Most health information is verbal or written, yet words alone may not be the most effective way to communicate health information. Lower health literacy is prevalent in the US and is linked to limited understanding of one's medical condition and treatment. Pictures increase comprehension, recall, adherence and attention in health settings. This is called pictorial superiority. No systematic review has examined the impact of pictorial health information among patients and consumers, including those with lower health literacy.

Methods and analysis

This systematic review and meta-analysis will assess the characteristics and effectiveness of pictorial health information on patient and consumer health behaviours and outcomes, as well as differentially among individua

SUBMITTER: Schubbe D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6091907 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature