Can an Evidence-Based Book Club Intervention Delivered via a Tablet Computer Improve Physical Activity in Middle-Aged Women?

Ehlers, Diane K.; Huberty, Jennifer; Vreede, Gert Jan de

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“…There were 9 high-quality studies and 6 of low quality. A common feature of low-quality studies was the use of mixed-methods with small sample sizes and limited detail on the method of integration of quantitative and qualitative data [ 31 , 32 , 37 , 40 , 46 ].…”

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Telehealth Interventions Delivering Home-based Support Group Videoconferencing: Systematic Review

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BackgroundGroup therapy and education and support sessions are used within health care across a range of disciplines such as chronic disease self-management and psychotherapy interventions. However, there are barriers that constrain group attendance, such as mobility, time, and distance. Using videoconferencing may overcome known barriers and improve the accessibility of group-based interventions.ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to review the literature to determine the feasibility, acceptability, effectiveness, and implementation of health professional–led group videoconferencing to provide education or social support or both, into the home setting.MethodsElectronic databases were searched using predefined search terms for primary interventions for patient education and/or social support. The quality of studies was assessed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. We developed an analysis framework using hierarchical terms feasibility, acceptability, effectiveness, and implementation, which were informed by subheadings.ResultsOf the 1634 records identified, 17 were included in this review. Home-based groups by videoconferencing are feasible even for those with limited digital literacy. Overall acceptability was high with access from the home highly valued and little concern of privacy issues. Some participants reported preferring face-to-face groups. Good information technology (IT) support and training is required for facilitators and participants. Communication can be adapted for the Web environment and would be enhanced by clear communication strategies and protocols. A range of improved outcomes were reported but because of the heterogeneity of studies, comparison of these across studies was not possible. There was a trend for improvement in mental health outcomes. Benefits highlighted in the qualitative data included engaging with others with similar problems; improved accessibility to groups; and development of health knowledge, insights, and skills. Videoconference groups were able to replicate group processes such as bonding and cohesiveness. Similar outcomes were reported for those comparing face-to-face groups and videoconference groups.ConclusionsGroups delivered by videoconference are feasible and potentially can improve the accessibility of group interventions. This may be particularly useful for those who live in rural areas, have limited mobility, are socially isolated, or fear meeting new people. Outcomes are similar to in-person groups, but future research on facilitation process in videoconferencing-mediated groups and large-scale studies are required to develop the evidence base.

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Telehealth Interventions Delivering Home-based Support Group Videoconferencing: Systematic Review

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“…One fifth (11/51) described empowerment as the process enabling a sense of self-efficacy or self-worth in the ability to overcome barriers to control over resources. [69][70][71][72][73][74][75][76][77][78][79] ICT Interventions to Support Women's Capacity and Tools…”

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Technology as the Key to Women’s Empowerment: A Scoping Review

Mackey

Petrucka

2019

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Background: The achievement of gender equity and equality has been a long-time goal of many international entities . The main indicator for the goal of women’s empowerment, as part of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), has been to enable the use of technology by increasing the current access for women and girls across the globe. While information and communication technologies (ICTs) were initially thought to be neutral in terms of access and opportunity, emerging trends now indicate that the use of technology within society has significant social implications, specifically related to gender as a determinant of health. Methods : Using the Arksey and O’Malley methodology for scoping reviews, the following question was answered: What is the impact of information and communication technology (ICT) on the level of women’s empowerment worldwide? The primary objective of this scoping review was to identify the extent, range, and scope of evidence involving the impact and influence of ICTs on women’s empowerment. A total of 51 articles were analyzed using the scoping review framework. Results: The major themes that emerged from this review included: (a) the means in which ICTs have assisted in building the capacity and tools of women, (b) the manner in which ICTs have been used as an intervention in supporting empowerment; and (c) the approach in which ICTs can act as potential barriers and facilitators to women’s attainment of agency. Conclusions: The evidence from this scoping review supports the innovative use of current and emerging technologies within health care to connect with, engage, and empower women both within the acute and community settings. The extant evidence explores how ICT has played a role in the promotion and support of women ’s empowerment as well as supporting the development of health care policies and relevant programs.

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“…One fth (11/51) described empowerment as the process enabling a sense of self-e cacy or self-worth in the ability to overcome barriers to control over resources. [71][72][73][74][75][76][77][78][79][80][81] Measures of Empowerment All studies considered the concept of empowerment in their design; approximately 80% (41/51) of articles considered empowerment as a primary outcome of the study. No measures of empowerment were speci cally cited in any of the articles, beyond the measures of the behaviour being studied.…”

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“…No measures of empowerment were speci cally cited in any of the articles, beyond the measures of the behaviour being studied. Several studies included various measures of self-e cacy (i.e., childbirth 74 , physical activity 56,67,71,74,[80][81] intimate partner violence 72 , caregiving 75 , barrier [55][56] , health 78 , and chronic disease management 77 ). The authors did not compare the different types of self-e cacy scales for validity to empowerment.…”

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Technology as the Key to Women’s Empowerment: A Scoping Review

Mackey

Petrucka

2020

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Background: With women’s empowerment and information and communication technologies (ICTs) being the subject of global goals and discussions for many decades, there is a need for a clearer and deeper understanding about how the current gaps can be bridged. Despite ICTs having made communication and networking a possibility between and among people on a global scale, a digital divide has emerged. Research Question: To determine the global impact of information and communication technology on women’s empowerment. Methods: The authors report on a qualitative scoping review using the Arksey and O’Malley methodology. The search identified papers from ten databases, including Scopus, Embase, ABI Inform, Soc Index, Sociological Abstracts, Gender Studies, Springer Link, PsychInfo, Science Direct, and Academic Search Complete over the period of 2012-2018. Search criteria included articles that focused on women’s empowerment and utilized technologies as interventions. A total of 4481 articles were initially identified and a final total of 51 were charted and analyzed. Results: Technology played a variety of roles in supporting the development of women’s capacity and resources. Results demonstrated the use of ICT interventions in the following areas: outreach, education, lifestyle, prevention, health challenges, perceptions of barriers. However, despite this clear positive use of technology to support women in their daily lives, there was a lack of consensus regarding the definition and use of the term empowerment. The concept of empowerment was also inconsistently and poorly measured among individual studies which led to issues in measuring whether or not empowerment was achieved. Conclusions: This scoping review supports the use of current and emerging technologies to engage and empower women across a variety of contexts.

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Can an Evidence-Based Book Club Intervention Delivered via a Tablet Computer Improve Physical Activity in Middle-Aged Women?

Cited by 36 publications

References 30 publications

Telehealth Interventions Delivering Home-based Support Group Videoconferencing: Systematic Review

Telehealth Interventions Delivering Home-based Support Group Videoconferencing: Systematic Review

Technology as the Key to Women’s Empowerment: A Scoping Review

Technology as the Key to Women’s Empowerment: A Scoping Review

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