Online research in older adults: lessons learned from conducting an online randomized controlled trial

Nahm, Eun-Shim; Bausell, Barker; Resnick, Barbara; Covington, Barbara; Brennan, Patrícia Flatley; Mathews, Rekha; Park, Joon Ho

doi:10.1016/j.apnr.2009.09.004

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“…Using a well-prepared moderator for the discussion boards can also be helpful, as he or she can direct the group members’ discussions toward the goals of the study and provide encouraging comments (Cudney & Weinert, 2000). We have used moderated discussion boards successfully in our prior work (Nahm et al, 2011; Nahm, Resnick, Grezia, & Brothemarkle, 2009). …”

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The Effects of an Online Theory-Based Bone Health Program for Older Adults

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An estimated 10 million Americans age 50 and older have osteoporosis, and many experience associated fractures. Although several interventions have been shown to be effective in preventing osteoporosis, their impact on bone health among older adults was limited. The aim of this study was, therefore, to examine the effects of a theory-based online bone health program (Bone Power program) for a large number of older adults. The 8-week program included learning modules, discussion boards, and other resources. Participants (N = 866; M age = 62.5 years) were recruited online and randomized into a Bone Power or control group. At the end of the intervention, the Bone Power group showed significantly greater improvement over the control group in osteoporosis knowledge, self-efficacy/outcome expectations for calcium intake and exercise, and calcium intake and exercise behaviors. This study's findings suggest that online health programs can be effective in improving older adults’ knowledge, beliefs, and health behaviors.

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“…A majority of older adults report positive attitudes towards technology, including the internet, email, text messaging and smartphones [9,43,67,91]. A large ethnographic study in Ireland demonstrated that older adults adapted to waves of new technologies across their lifetimes, suggesting a higher level of acceptance and readiness than previously assumed [92].…”

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“…Older adults tend to use the internet for health purposes [42][43][44]. A national survey revealed that, among Baby Boomers, about half go online for some health related purpose [40], such as ordering prescriptions or obtaining health information.…”

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Older adults and mobile technology: Factors that enhance and inhibit utilization in the context of behavioral health

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Mulliken²,

Muench³

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While numbers and proportions of older adults with behavioral health issues are expected to substantially increase, there is also a widening gap in available services for older adults. Mobile health interventions (mhealth) are a way to address existing barriers to treatment, provide frontline assessment and increase access to services for older adults. Due to perpetuated stereotypes, many assume that older adults do not utilize mobile technology nor will they accept a mHealth intervention. The purpose of this paper is to synthesize contemporary literature from information technology and healthcare regarding: (1) current mobile technology utilization by older adults, particularly in regards to health; (2) factors affecting older adult motivation to engage with mobile technology; and (3) older adult preferences for interacting with mobile technology. Findings reveal that significant proportions of older adults: already utilize mobile technology; are willing to engage in existing mobile interventions for health reasons; and have positive attitudes overall towards mobile technology. Finally, recommendations for optimizing mobile interventions to better suit older adults with behavioral health problems are reviewed.

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“…Thus, frequent verbal or written follow up and prompting may be necessary during the extent of a study. Any written materials provided for subjects should be presented concisely and in large print in order to increase participant understanding of instructions, study aims, and protocols (Laird & Conn, 1996; Nahm, et al, 2009). Furthermore, options for alternative forms of communication and information delivery, such as oral and visual demonstrations, should be considered if literacy levels of older adult subjects preclude written materials.…”

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Methodological Challenges in Physical Activity Research With Older Adults

Chase

2011

West J Nurs Res

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The aging adult population is growing, as well as the incidence of chronic illness among older adults. Physical activity has been demonstrated in the literature to be a beneficial component of self-management for chronic illnesses commonly found in the older adult population. Health sciences research seeks to develop new knowledge, practices, and policies that may benefit older adults’ management of chronic illness and quality of life. However, research with the older adult population, though beneficial, includes potential methodological challenges specific to this age group. This article discusses common methodological issues in research among older adults, with a focus on physical activity intervention studies. Awareness and understanding of these issues may facilitate future development of research studies devoted to the aging adult population, through appropriate modification and tailoring of sampling techniques, intervention development, and data measures and collection.

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Online research in older adults: lessons learned from conducting an online randomized controlled trial

Cited by 25 publications

References 27 publications

The Effects of an Online Theory-Based Bone Health Program for Older Adults

The Effects of an Online Theory-Based Bone Health Program for Older Adults

Older adults and mobile technology: Factors that enhance and inhibit utilization in the context of behavioral health

Methodological Challenges in Physical Activity Research With Older Adults

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