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A review of the factors influencing adoption of digital health applications for people living with dementia.
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18 citing papers in PubMed, 4 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Efficacy of digital cognitive stimulation therapy for people with dementia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.BMC geriatrics · 2026Pooled it
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- Patient-Related Barriers to Digital Technology Adoption in Alzheimer Disease: Systematic Review.JMIR aging · 2025Pooled it
- Barriers and facilitators to participation in electronic health interventions in older adults with cognitive impairment: an umbrella review.BMC geriatrics · 2024Pooled it
- A Mobile App-Based Individualized Nonpharmacological Intervention for Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms in Dementia: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.JMIR mHealth and uHealth · 2026Trial
- Smartphone Use and Social Activities Among People With Mild to Moderate Dementia: Multi-Informant Cross-Sectional Study.JMIR aging · 2026Article
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- Digital Tools for People Without an Alzheimer Disease or Dementia Diagnosis: Scoping Review.Journal of medical Internet research · 2025Article
- Social Determinants Influencing Internet-Based Service Adoption Among Female Family Caregivers in Bangladesh: A Sociodemographic and Technological Analysis.Health science reports · 2025Article
- Understanding and guiding technology use in dementia: a pan-European mapping and consensus study.Frontiers in dementia · 2025Article
- Contextual factors influencing the use of digital health by patients and physicians in primary care: a scoping review protocol.BMJ open · 2024Article
- Capturing Usability Problems for People Living With Dementia by Applying the DEMIGNED Principles in Usability Evaluation Methods: Mixed Methods Study.JMIR human factors · 2024Article
- Evaluation of interactive web-based tools to stimulate reflection and communication about advance care planning with people with dementia and their family caregivers.BMC palliative care · 2024Article
- Acceptance of a Digital Assistant (Anne4Care) for Older Adult Immigrants Living With Dementia: Qualitative Descriptive Study.JMIR aging · 2024Article
- Exploring the usability and perceived benefits of Brain Health PRO: An online educational program for healthy brain aging.Digital healthArticle
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- Effectiveness of a mobile phone application in managing voice health for teachers: A randomized controlled trial.Digital healthArticle
- The potential of digital health interventions to address health system challenges in Southeast Asia: A scoping review.Digital healthReview
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Abstract
Objective: Researchers have used various theories and models to understand technology adoption, however, with the growing interest and availability of mobile applications (apps) for people living with dementia, it is desirable to have a broader insight into how technology adoption may be further improved. This paper aims to explore the factors influencing the adoption of digital health applications for people living with dementia and add to the current literature on this topic. Methods: Searches were conducted in CINHAL, Web of Science, Psych Info, ProQuest Health and Medical, IEEE Xplore and Scopus. Citation searching and handsearching were used in the identification of other studies. Results: Following an assessment of relevancy, nine studies remained and are included within this review. Methodological quality was assessed using The Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT). A thematic analysis was used for the data synthesis of included studies. Each study reported on different types of apps. Conclusion: From the synthesis of included studies, four analytic themes were identified; Theme 1: Personal and contextual factors; Theme 2: Perceived value and benefit; Theme 3: Design and content of app; and Theme 4: Digital Literacy and Confidence. People are diverse and so are their reasons for the adoption of apps. These findings provide an insight into the range of factors that impact the adoption of apps for people living with dementia. Understanding the factors that impact the adoption of mobile applications is critical to their success. These findings can be beneficial for app developers and for people living with dementia and their carers.
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