Use of Weight-Management Mobile Phone Apps in Saudi Arabia: A Web-Based Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In recent years, the use of mobile phone weight-management apps has increased significantly. Weight-management apps have been found effective in promoting health and managing weight. However, data on user perception and on barriers to app usage are scarce.

Objective

This study aimed to investigate the use of weight-management apps and barriers to use as well as reasons for discontinuing use in a sample of mobile phone users in Saudi Arabia.

Methods

Mobile phone users aged 18 years and above from the general public in Saudi Arabia completed a Web-based survey. The survey included questions on weight-management app usage patterns, user perceptions concerning weight management, efficacy of weight-management apps, and reasons for discontinuing use. Participants

SUBMITTER: Aljuraiban GS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6406230 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature