ArticleJMIR research protocols2014
Examining participant engagement in an information technology-based physical activity and nutrition intervention for men: the manup randomized controlled trial.
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- A Systematic Review Exploring the Social Cognitive Theory of Self-Regulation as a Framework for Chronic Health Condition Interventions.PloS one · 2015Pooled it
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- Effectiveness of a web- and mobile phone-based intervention to promote physical activity and healthy eating in middle-aged males: randomized controlled trial of the ManUp study.Journal of medical Internet research · 2014Trial
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- Co-Design of an eHealth Intervention to Reduce Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Male Taxi Drivers: ManGuard.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Article
- Understanding super engaged users in the 10,000 Steps online physical activity program: A qualitative study.PloS one · 2022Article
- The Influence of Human Support on the Effectiveness of Digital Mental Health Promotion Interventions for the General Population.Frontiers in psychology · 2021Review
- Identifying Mobile Health Engagement Stages: Interviews and Observations for Developing Brief Message Content.Journal of medical Internet research · 2020Article
- The Use and Effects of an App-Based Physical Activity Intervention "Active2Gether" in Young Adults: Quasi-Experimental Trial.JMIR formative research · 2020Article
- Is More Always Better?: Discovering Incentivized mHealth Intervention Engagement Related to Health Behavior Trends.Proceedings of the ACM on interactive, mobile, wearable and ubiquitous technologies · 2018Article
- Men's Perspectives of a Gender-Sensitized Health Promotion Program Targeting Healthy Eating, Active Living, and Social Connectedness.American journal of men's health · 2018Article
- Effect of a Mobile Phone Intervention on Quitting Smoking in a Young Adult Population of Smokers: Randomized Controlled Trial.JMIR mHealth and uHealth · 2018Article
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Abstract
backgroundMales experience a shorter life expectancy and higher rates of chronic diseases compared to their female counterparts. To improve health outcomes among males, interventions specifically developed for males that target their health behaviors are needed. Information technology (IT)-based interventions may be a promising intervention approach in this population group, however, little is known about how to maximize engagement and retention in Web-based programs.
objectiveThe current study sought to explore attributes hypothesized to influence user engagement among a subsample of participants from the ManUp study, a randomized controlled trial testing the efficacy of an interactive Web-based intervention for promoting physical activity and nutrition among middle-aged males.
methodsSemistructured interviews were conducted and audiotaped with 20 of the ManUp participants. Interview questions were based on a conceptual model of engagement and centered on why participants took part in the study, what they liked and did not like about the intervention they received, and how they think the intervention could be improved. Interview recordings were transcribed and coded into themes.
resultsThere were five themes that were identified in the study. These themes were: (1) users' motives, (2) users' desired outcomes, (3) users' positive experiences, (4) users' negative emotions, and (5) attributes desired by user.
conclusionsThere is little research in the field that has explored user experiences in human-computer interactions and how such experiences may relate to engagement, especially among males. Although not conclusive, the current study provides some insight into what personal attributes of middle-aged males (such as their key motives and goals for participating) and attributes of the intervention materials (such as usability, control, and interactivity) may impact on user engagement in this group. These findings will be helpful for informing the design and implementation of future health behavior interventions for males.
trial registrationAustralian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry: ACTRN12611000081910; https://www.anzctr.org.au/Trial/Registration/TrialReview.aspx?ACTRN=12611000081910 (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6M4lBlvCA).
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