Shauna P Acquavita1, Debra A Krummel1, Alexandra Talks2, Alexandra Cobb3, Erin McClure4. 1. 1 School of Social Work, College of Allied Health Sciences, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio. 2. 2 Central Clinic, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio. 3. 3 Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio. 4. 4 Addiction Sciences Division, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina.
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: Technology-based health interventions may provide a means to reach low-income perinatal women and improve outcomes for both mother and infant, yet little is known about technology access and interest among this population. This study explored interest, attitudes, and concerns regarding technology to deliver health information and interventions. METHODS: Between May and October 2014, a cross-sectional study of 161 low-income pregnant and/or postpartum mothers (up to 1 year) was conducted, assessing attitudes and behaviors regarding the current use of devices and receptivity to interventions delivered through devices. Participants (ages 18-41) were pregnant or postpartum and able to read and comprehend English. Women were recruited from waiting areas at two urban clinics affiliated with the local health department in a Midwestern city in the United States. Surveys included 46 questions and were completed at the time of invitation. Descriptive statistics, independent sample t test, or chi-square for independence tests were completed using SPSS (version 23). RESULTS: Participants from this sample were mostly African American (60%) and had a mean age of 26 years. Most were postpartum (67%). The majority of the sample used mobile phones (most being smartphones), with less access and use of computers and tablets. CONCLUSION: A moderate level of interest in utilizing technology for health-related information and interventions was found, with concerns related to privacy and time.
OBJECTIVES: Technology-based health interventions may provide a means to reach low-income perinatal women and improve outcomes for both mother and infant, yet little is known about technology access and interest among this population. This study explored interest, attitudes, and concerns regarding technology to deliver health information and interventions. METHODS: Between May and October 2014, a cross-sectional study of 161 low-income pregnant and/or postpartum mothers (up to 1 year) was conducted, assessing attitudes and behaviors regarding the current use of devices and receptivity to interventions delivered through devices. Participants (ages 18-41) were pregnant or postpartum and able to read and comprehend English. Women were recruited from waiting areas at two urban clinics affiliated with the local health department in a Midwestern city in the United States. Surveys included 46 questions and were completed at the time of invitation. Descriptive statistics, independent sample t test, or chi-square for independence tests were completed using SPSS (version 23). RESULTS:Participants from this sample were mostly African American (60%) and had a mean age of 26 years. Most were postpartum (67%). The majority of the sample used mobile phones (most being smartphones), with less access and use of computers and tablets. CONCLUSION: A moderate level of interest in utilizing technology for health-related information and interventions was found, with concerns related to privacy and time.
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