ArticleJMIR formative research2022
An Intervention to Connect Patients With Psychosis and Volunteers via Smartphone (the Phone Pal): Development Study.
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- Logic Models on Health Information Technology-Related Interventions: Scoping Review Across Disciplines.JMIR medical informatics · 2026Article
- A Phone Pal to overcome social isolation in patients with psychosis-Findings from a feasibility trial.PLOS digital health · 2024Article
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Abstract
backgroundIntervention development is a critical stage. However, evidence indicates that the substandard reporting of intervention details is widespread.
objectiveThis study aimed to provide an overview of the guiding frameworks, methodology, and stages for the design and construction of a new complex intervention-the Phone Pal.
methodsThe intervention development process followed the Medical Research Council framework for developing complex interventions as well as the person-based approach. The intervention was developed following the evidence synthesis of a literature review, a focus group study, and a survey after consultation and input from advisory groups with a range of stakeholders, including patients, volunteers, clinicians, and academics.
resultsThe developed logic model outlines the contextual factors, intervention, mechanisms of change, and short- and long-term outcomes. The operationalized intervention required matching 1 patient with 1 volunteer to communicate with each other through a smartphone via SMS text messages, WhatsApp messages or email, and audio or video calls. Each participant was encouraged to communicate with their match at least once per week for a 12-week period using informal conversation.
conclusionsThe systematic process and theoretically sound strategy through which this intervention was developed can provide insights to future researchers on the reality of developing and preparing the operationalization of a digital intervention using multiple components.
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